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The Moths and Other Stories

Helena Maria Viramontes
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The Moths and Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1985

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Helena Maria Viramontes

The Moths and Other Stories

Fiction | Short Story | Adult | Published in 1985
Book Details
Pages

125

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1985

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Reviews & Readership

4.3

632 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Helena Maria Viramontes' The Moths and Other Stories is lauded for its lyrical prose and vivid portrayal of Chicana experiences. Reviewers appreciate its powerful themes of cultural identity and family ties. However, some find the narrative style dense. Overall, it's a poignant collection that resonates deeply but may challenge readers with its complexity.

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Who Should Read The Moths and Other Stories?

Readers who relish multi-generational narratives and rich cultural tapestries will appreciate The Moths and Other Stories by Helena Maria Viramontes. Fans of Sandra Cisneros' The House on Mango Street and Amy Tan's The Joy Luck Club will find these poignant, character-driven tales deeply engaging.

4.3

632 ratings

73%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

125

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Publication Year

1985

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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