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Bless Me, Ultima can be categorized as a bildungsroman—a literary term for a coming-of age story, in which the protagonist progresses from child to adult.
A curandera is a traditional folk healer or shaman in Hispanic America, who is dedicated to curing physical and/or spiritual illnesses.
Antonio and his grandmother, Ultima
The setting represents two opposing forces the farmlands of Tony’s mother’s family . . .
and the Llano, the wild plains of his father’s family who are vaqueros.
Hero Quest –Antonio searches for his faith and his identity.
Influence of Aztec Mythology
Magic Realism: Supernatural elements occur along side realistic events.
Legend of the Golden Carp
Pathetic Fallacy: Giving human emotions to nature.
Rio Grande is a character in the novel.