Heroes and Saints and Other Plays
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Play • Fiction
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Modern Classic Fiction•
EducationCalifornia • 1980s
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LGBTQ+•
Education1994
Adult
18+ years
Heroes and Saints and Other Plays by Cherríe L. Moraga includes a series of plays that explore themes of community, identity, and cultural conflict. The collection highlights the struggles and resilience of Chicanx individuals, focusing on personal and political challenges faced by characters seeking justice and recognition in their communities.
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Heroes and Saints and Other Plays by Cherríe L. Moraga receives praise for its poignant exploration of Chicano/a identity, social justice, and feminist themes. Critics commend its powerful storytelling and emotional depth. Some highlight the complex characters, though a few find certain narrative elements challenging to follow. Overall, it's celebrated for its rich cultural insights.
A reader who would enjoy Heroes and Saints and Other Plays by Cherríe L. Moraga is likely interested in Chicana/o culture, activism, and LGBTQ+ themes. They may appreciate works like The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros or Borderlands/La Frontera by Gloria Anzaldúa, which explore identity and social justice.
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Heroes and Saints and Other Plays showcases Cherríe L. Moraga's commitment to highlighting Chicano/a and LGBTQ+ issues through innovative theatrical forms.
The play Heroes and Saints within this collection won the PEN Center USA West Award for Drama in 1992, emphasizing its impactful narrative and cultural significance.
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149
Play • Fiction
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Modern Classic Fiction•
EducationCalifornia • 1980s
•
LGBTQ+•
Education1994
Adult
18+ years
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