In the Parish of St. John

By Raymond J. Martinez

Book Overview

In the Parish of St. John is a book written by Raymond J. Martinez. The book is a memoir that takes the reader on a journey through the author's childhood in the Parish of St. John in New York City. The author shares personal stories that depict the challenges and triumphs of growing up in a predominantly Hispanic and Catholic community.The book captures the essence of the neighborhood, its people, and the unique culture that shaped the author's life. It explores the author's experiences with family, friends, school, and the church. The author also reflects on the impact of social and political events during his formative years, including the civil rights movement, the Vietnam War, and the Watergate scandal.Through his vivid descriptions and personal anecdotes, the author provides a glimpse into the struggles and joys of life in the Parish of St. John. The book is a tribute to the community that shaped the author's identity and a celebration of the resilience of the human spirit.1925. Contents: Terragona; A Prosperous Enterprise; Where Trouble Is Set Aside; For the Sake of Romance; Good News; Mr. Mills Finds Himself In Love; Philip Is In a Difficult Position; Philip Returns Home; Uninteresting Visitors; Some Win and Others Lose; A New Life, and Lonely; and The Captain Enjoys a Secret.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162762241
• ISBN13: 9781162762241
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 158 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"