How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents

by Alvarez, Julia

• ISBN13: 9781565129757
• ISBN10: 156512975X
• Additional ISBN(s): 9780452268067
• Edition: Reprint
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2010-01-12
• Publisher: Algonquin Books
• More Book Details

About This Book

How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents

ISBN: 9781565129757

"How the Garcia Girls Lost Their Accents" by Julia Alvarez is a poignant and powerful novel that captures the threshold experience of new immigrants. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the stories of cultural identity, family, and the immigrant experience. The García sisters—Carla, Sandra, Yolanda, and Sofía—and their family must flee their home in the Dominican Republic after their father's role in an attempt to overthrow brutal dictator Rafael Trujillo is discovered. They arrive in New York City in 1960 to a life far removed from their existence in the Caribbean.

Who Uses It?

Primarily, this book is used by students and educators in high school and college-level literature classes, particularly those focusing on Hispanic and Latino literature, coming-of-age themes, and cultural identity. It's also a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of immigration and cultural adaptation.

History and Editions

The book was first published on January 12, 2010, by Algonquin Books. It has been widely acclaimed and named a Great American Novel by *The Atlantic*. The novel has been praised for its beautifully captured portrayal of the immigrant experience, where the past is not yet a memory.

Author and Other Works

Julia Alvarez is an international bestselling author known for her engaging and poignant writing style. Some of her notable works include "In the Time of the Butterflies" and "Afterlife". Alvarez's writing often explores themes of identity, culture, and family, making her novels relatable and impactful.

Detailed Information

ISBNs and Formats

• Trade Paperback: ISBN-13: 9781565129757, Price: $18.99 (USD), $24.99 (CAD)
• eBook: ISBN-13: 9781565129757, Price: $11.99 (USD), $15.99 (CAD)
• Rental Options: Available through various rental durations from different retailers

Publication Details

• Publisher: Algonquin Books
• Publication Date: January 12, 2010
• Number of Pages: 336 pages
• Language: English

Other Editions and Formats

While there are no other editions or formats listed specifically for this ISBN, it is available in various formats and conditions through different retailers:

• Used Copies: Available for purchase at discounted prices.
• Rental Copies: Available for short-term rentals.
• eBook: Available for digital purchase.

Related ISBNs

For those interested in exploring more works by Julia Alvarez, here are some related ISBNs:

• In the Time of the Butterflies: ISBN-13: 9781565129733
• Afterlife: ISBN-13: 9781565129740

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Author Biography

Julia Alvarez left the Dominican Republic for the United States in 1960 at the age of ten. She is the author of six novels, three books of nonfiction, three collections of poetry, and eleven books for children and young adults. She has taught and mentored writers in schools and communities across America and, until her retirement in 2016, was a writer in residence at Middlebury College. Her work has garnered wide recognition, including a Latina Leader Award in Literature from the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute, the Hispanic Heritage Award in Literature, the Woman of the Year by Latina magazine, and inclusion in the New York Public Library’s program “The Hand of the Poet: Original Manuscripts by 100 Masters, from John Donne to Julia Alvarez.” In the Time of the Butterflies, with over one million copies in print, was selected by the National Endowment for the Arts for its national Big Read program, and in 2013 President Obama awarded Alvarez the National Medal of Arts in recognition of her extraordinary storytelling.