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W.U.I.: Written Under the Influence of Trinidad Sánchez
In this book, Juan Manuel Pérez celebrates his Mexican-American heritage with humor and pathos, while paying tribute to his mentor, the late Chicano activist and poet, Trinidad Sánchez, Jr. Pérez writes with courage, compassion, and clarity about the strengths and weaknesses of his people, and he brings to his poetry the same fire and passion that characterized his mentor’s poems. Pérez’ anger at prejudice and the injustices encountered in society is not bitter; it is a gentle anger, tempered with humor. Read More>>
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Nice job Juan Manuel. I heard you read at the Bihl Hause in San Anto at the Trino Memorial. I turned Jalapeno Blues into a play that was produce by Dr. Sean Nettercott at the Matrix in Detroit. I knew Trino. I keep in touch with Regina. Trino was a good man. Thanks for helping keep his spirit alive. Dicen que los hombres no deben llorar – but they do . . .