Learning to Speak: Poems

Authors

Celina A. Gomez, University of Texas-Pan American

Date of Award

5-2015

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Fine Arts (MFA)

Department

Creative Writing

First Advisor

Emmy Perez

Second Advisor

Dr. Marci McMahon

Third Advisor

Dr. Christopher Carmona

Abstract

This project is a collection of poetry that weaves together past, present, and the hopes of a future that causes change. It is set in South Texas and discusses borders spanning from social class, language, and identity. The collection primarily focuses on the Chican@ voice and the shame that comes from the borderlands. I have drawn from the Rio Grande Valley as a source of inspiration while also using family experiences, my own reaction to shame, and the possibilities of an empowered voice.

Comments

Copyright 2015 Celina A. Gomez. All Rights Reserved.

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Granting Institution

University of Texas-Pan American