CUENTOS Tales from the Hispanic Southwest

The paperback edition is in good condition with some wear visible on the cover edges. The spine shows minor creasing, but the binding remains firm. There are no inscriptions or signatures inside, and the pages are clean and unmarked.

Cuentos: Tales from the Hispanic Southwest, authored by José Griego y Maestas and Rudolfo A. Anaya, was published by The Museum of New Mexico Press in Santa Fe. This edition is a second printing from 1981, with illustrations by Jaime Valdez. The book offers bilingual stories in both Spanish and English, drawing from the rich tapestry of Mexican American folklore in Colorado and New Mexico. José Griego y Maestas selected and adapted the tales in Spanish, while Rudolfo A. Anaya retold them in English, providing a cultural bridge through storytelling. This edition is particularly notable for its focus on the Hispanic Southwest and serves as a valuable resource for those interested in regional folklore. The book is in paperback format, with no dust jacket, and is free from library markings or inscriptions.