Bless Me, Ultima
by Rudolfo Anaya
Bless Me, Ultima by Rudolfo Anaya holds a well received rating of 3.74 out of 5, based on 18.4K reader ratings. First published in 1972. The book spans 290 pages.
About Bless Me, Ultima
Antonio Marez is six years old when Ultima enters his life. She is a curandera, one who heals with herbs and magic. 'We cannot let her live her last days in loneliness,' says Antonio's mother. 'It is not the way of our people,' agrees his father. And so Ultima comes to live with Antonio's family in New Mexico. Soon Tony will journey to the threshold of manhood. Always, Ultima watches over him. She graces him with the courage to face childhood bigotry, diabolical possession, the moral collapse of his brother, and too many violent deaths. Under her wise guidance, Tony will probe the family ties that bind him, and he will find in himself the magical secrets of the pagan past—a mythic legacy equally as palpable as the Catholicism of Latin America in which he has been schooled. At each turn in his life there is Ultima who will nurture the birth of his soul.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Rudolfo Anaya |
| Published | 1972 |
| Pages | 290 |
| Kindle Price | $1.99 |
| Genres | Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Historical Fiction |
| Average Rating | 3.74 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 18,380 |
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What genre is Bless Me, Ultima?
Bless Me, Ultima is categorized as Fiction, Classics, Young Adult, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.
Is Bless Me, Ultima worth reading?
Based on 18.4K reader ratings, Bless Me, Ultima has an average score of 3.74 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Bless Me, Ultima?
Bless Me, Ultima has 290 pages.
Who wrote Bless Me, Ultima?
Bless Me, Ultima was written by Rudolfo Anaya. It was first published in 1972.
What is the ISBN for Bless Me, Ultima?
The ISBN-13 for Bless Me, Ultima is 9780446675370.0.
How much does Bless Me, Ultima cost on Kindle?
Bless Me, Ultima is available on Kindle for $1.99. Pricing may vary by region and promotional offers.
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