I enjoyed America del Norte, a newish memoir masquerading as a novel by Mexico's literary wonderkid Nicolas Medina Mora. It's in English, even if Nicolas is Mexican (that is what Yale, Iowa Writer's workshop does to a financially secure and gifted Mexican.). It's a posh, intellectual Mexican's take on immigration, identity, privileged life in modern America and Mexico, and not quite fitting in anywhere. It's quite moving on his relationship with his adorable Mum (who dies of cancer), and fascinating on the tug of war and love with his famous Dad, Eduardo Median Mora, the former Supreme Court magistrate, Ambassador to UK/USA, Attorney-General. It's a bit self-indulgent teenage intellectual at times, especially with his obsession with fascist- sympathizer Jose Vasconcelos (of Cosmic race,,) and others of that ilk, and often reads more like a series of disjointed chapters than offering a clear narrative per se. Still, a great read (mostly).
THE ATLANTIC- the failing state next door by David Frum- june 03, 2024
a veritable hit piece on AMLOS' close ties to nation-wide cartel networks including astounding number of murders politically- motivated hits on journalists and politicians far beyond my ability to ascertain the truth of such a comprehensive expose on his and now la presidentas' complex tie-ins with the previous administration who
apparently continues to holds great sway as to whether or not her head stays attached to her shoulders metaphorically. this link may lead to a paywall kathleen i'm especially curious about your take on the veracity of this essay..
I enjoyed America del Norte, a newish memoir masquerading as a novel by Mexico's literary wonderkid Nicolas Medina Mora. It's in English, even if Nicolas is Mexican (that is what Yale, Iowa Writer's workshop does to a financially secure and gifted Mexican.). It's a posh, intellectual Mexican's take on immigration, identity, privileged life in modern America and Mexico, and not quite fitting in anywhere. It's quite moving on his relationship with his adorable Mum (who dies of cancer), and fascinating on the tug of war and love with his famous Dad, Eduardo Median Mora, the former Supreme Court magistrate, Ambassador to UK/USA, Attorney-General. It's a bit self-indulgent teenage intellectual at times, especially with his obsession with fascist- sympathizer Jose Vasconcelos (of Cosmic race,,) and others of that ilk, and often reads more like a series of disjointed chapters than offering a clear narrative per se. Still, a great read (mostly).
Thanks Damian! I’ve heard of this memoir but now will definitely add to my reading list.
THE ATLANTIC- the failing state next door by David Frum- june 03, 2024
a veritable hit piece on AMLOS' close ties to nation-wide cartel networks including astounding number of murders politically- motivated hits on journalists and politicians far beyond my ability to ascertain the truth of such a comprehensive expose on his and now la presidentas' complex tie-ins with the previous administration who
apparently continues to holds great sway as to whether or not her head stays attached to her shoulders metaphorically. this link may lead to a paywall kathleen i'm especially curious about your take on the veracity of this essay..
correct link to referenced article may have paywall
https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2024/06/failing-state-mexico-sheinbaum/678585/