"...y no se lo tragó la tierra" ("...And the Earth Did Not Devour Him")

Definition

"...y no se lo tragó la tierra" is a novel written by Tomás Rivera. It tells the story of a young boy growing up in a migrant worker family in Texas during the 1940s. The novel explores themes of poverty, discrimination, resilience, and hope.

Related terms

Migrant Workers: These are individuals who move from place to place seeking employment opportunities, often working in low-wage jobs with little job security or legal protection.

Poverty: Refers to the state of being extremely poor or lacking basic necessities. Poverty is an important theme explored in "...y no se lo tragó la tierra."

Resilience: The ability to bounce back and adapt in the face of challenges or adversity. The characters in the novel demonstrate remarkable resilience despite their difficult circumstances.