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Join author Dennis Raphael Garcia for a talk on his new book, "Las Madres: Latinas in the Heartland Who Led Their Family to Success," presented by Latino Vision Association and Newton Public Library.This is a hybrid program: Attend in person at the library, 223 E. 7th, Newton, KS, or click here to sign up for the Zoom Webinar simulcast: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xA_i3VVYTaaiD86Nh2ZSJQ
About the Book:
"Las Madres" is an incredible story of generational resilience and transformation with family and community at its heart. Dennis Raphael Garcia deftly writes the tale of three generations of women in his family, recounting the difficult challenges each of them faced in their lifetimes as they pursued the same goal—the advancement of the well-being of their families from poverty to success.
"Las Madres" focuses on Candelaria Garcia, who was born in Mexico; her daughter Rafaela; and Rafaela’s daughter Irene, the author’s mother. Each of these Latina women followed a separate path on their journey to security and freedom from want. Though they traveled with apprehension and uncertainty into unknown places and arenas, they were courageous, patient, and steadfast in their pursuit.
"Las Madres" dispels any notion that immigrants and their families who come to the United States are given a life of ease. Very few people living on the high plains of Kansas in 1900 had it easy, especially Mexican railroad workers and their families. Their journeys remind readers that there is no one true path to achieve an end. "Las Madres" will inspire readers, especially Latina women, to continue the pursuit of their dreams.
About the Author:
Dennis Raphael Garcia is a retired attorney and teacher living in California. He is the author of "Marine, Public Servant, Kansan: The Life of Ernest Garcia," published by the University Press of Kansas in 2018, which was first-place winner in the International Latino Book Awards’ biography category.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Newton Public Library, 223 E. 7th Street,Newton, Kansas, United States
