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A Note About the Author
Héctor Tobar is a Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and acclaimed novelist known for his significant contributions to literature and journalism. He is the author of several notable works, including the best-selling book, Deep Down Dark, which has garnered critical acclaim, along with The Last Great Road Bum, The Barbarian Nurseries, Translation Nation, and The Tattooed Soldier. In addition to his novels, Tobar serves as a contributing writer for the opinion section of The New York Times and is an…-
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Acknowledgments
Acknowledgments for this book are offered with deep appreciation to the individuals and institutions whose support has been instrumental in its creation. A fellowship from the Radcliffe Institute at Harvard University was the foundation of this project, providing not only financial resources but also intellectual stimulation. During my time at Radcliffe, I was fortunate to receive invaluable help from two talented undergraduates, Tania Domínguez-Rangel and Jesús Estrada-Martínez, whose fresh…-
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Also by Héctor Tobar
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10. Light
In “10. Light,” the narrative revolves around Wong Kim Ark, who was detained aboard the steamship Coptic in San Francisco Bay for five months in 1895 after returning from Hong Kong. He was born in the U.S. but faced deportation due to prevailing nativist sentiments amidst the Chinese Exclusion Act. Despite presenting his birth documentation, he remained stranded until his lawyer initiated legal proceedings. Ultimately, the Supreme Court ruled in his favor in 1898, establishing that children of…-
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Chapter 11: Home
Chapter 11 titled "Home" reflects on the author’s deep connection to literature, family, and identity, beginning with a discussion of James Baldwin’s Go Tell It on the Mountain. Baldwin’s portrayal of Richard, a central character who represents the cultural aspirations of a Black man in 1920s New York, resonates deeply with the author. As Baldwin explores the complex relationship between family and identity, the author reflects on their own experiences of visiting museums with their parents in Los…-
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Conclusion: Utopias
"Conclusion: Utopias", As we look toward the future of undocumented queer youth, their journey is one marked by adversity and resilience in a world that often seeks to erase their identities. These youth frequently face rejection from their families, compounded by a culture that erases queer existence in favor of heteronormative ideals. In the face of such challenges, they turn to icons of queer culture—figures like Walter Mercado and Chavela Vargas—who offer not just representation, but a sense of…-
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