Santa: A Novel of Mexico City

by Federico Gamboa

Book Overview

This enduring classic of Mexican literature traces the path to ruination of a country girl, Santa, who moves to Mexico City after she is impregnated and abandoned by her lover and subsequently shunned by her family. Once in the city, Santa turns to prostitution and soon gains prominence as Mexico City's most sought-after courtesan. Despite the opportunities afforded by her success, including the chance to quit prostitution, Santa is propelled by her...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0807871079
• ISBN13: 9780807871072
• Release Date: August 2010
• Publisher: University of North Carolina Press
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.2" x 9.3"