Analysis: Pocho
The Rubio family in Jose Antonio Villareal’s Novel Pocho , immigrates from Mexico to California in 1923 after the death of Poncho Villa. As they settle in Santa Clara, CA, among an eclectic community of other immigrants and laborers, the family encounters many challenges. While the family clings to traditional values and roles to keep in touch with their Mexican roots and culture Richard, the only son, often finds himself stuck between two cultures, questioning which to follow. The family faces conflicts whilst balancing between two cultures, navigating new social norms, and clinging to the traditional values of their culture. The story begins with Juan Rubio, the patriarch, at the end of the Mexican Revolution. Juan exemplifies the typical rough riding, solitary revolutionary fighter; assured of himself and his ability to walk away from fierce battles, he does not hesitate to put himself into situations where he alone is responsible for his own survival, “
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