So far in holding
on, it is pretty interesting. I usually don’t like reading profiles but
these are very intriguing. The profiles are very short and precise so they are
easy reads but they still have a meaning and value. The way the book is put
together, how they gathered all these interviews and information based on these
dreamers and visionaries is very cool as well. One of the weaknesses of the books
is also one it strengthens. While the book
as the easy read, it doesn’t really go into depth which if a reader was really interested
in a profile, the reader would have to go to a separate outside source for
depth.
One theme that I can relate to is the connection to
history and ancestors. Being raised by my dad who was born in Bolivia, and who
was in the army I was taught to value and learn history of not only Bolivia,
but also America because he believed that it is important for people know their
own countries history so they are well informed and well aware of what and why
things happen. Also since almost every day I went over to my dad’s mom’s house
so she could babysit me, she taught me things about Bolivia and my heritage. I
would always help her set up for the Dia de los Muertos. We would set up
pictures of her mom and dad. Light up candles cook their favorite meals in
celebration. She also made me watch all of the army marches the Bolivian army
would do. Compared to some of my distinct cousin that live here in America, I am
no were close to the amount of heritage celebrations and ect like they do.
Although I value them, I think and my dad does as well, think they should do
less of those celebrations and value more American traditions since we live in America.
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