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Latino Author Dr. Eduardo Cabrera Speaks at DeKalb High School

October 28, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

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Have you ever wanted to meet an author? Do you want to learn more about the Latino immigrant experience? Come meet Dr. Eduardo Cabrera who wrote the book “9 Short Stories of Immigrants in the United States” On October 28, the DeKalb County History Center and Parent University are proud to host Cabrera as he discusses important passages from this book and take questions from the audience.

This presentation, delivered in the Spanish language, focuses on current immigration issues as presented in the book 9 Cuentos de inmigrantes en los Estados Unidos (9 Short Stories of Immigrants in the United States). Through reading selected passages, he will explore topics related to the experience of Latino immigrants in the United States.

Produced through nonfiction creative writing, the stories are based on real experiences of immigrants who come to this country in search of a better life for them and their families. Immigration in the U.S. is one of the most important current topics in literature and politics. The goal of this presentation is to help the public become aware of the tribulations immigrants experience and their contributions to society. The public will participate through reading and debate.

Dr. Eduardo Cabrera is a Professor of Spanish and Chair of the Department of Modern Languages at Millikin University. Currently he is also the Chief Reader for AP Spanish Literature and Culture appointed by the College Board and Educational Testing Service.

The presentation is made possible due to the generous support of the Illinois Humanities, and will take place on October 28 at 6:30 p.m. at DeKalb High School. This event will be free for everyone and open to the public. The presentation will be given in Spanish. For more information call 815-895-5762 or visit dekalbcountyhistory.org

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Date:
October 28, 2019
Time:
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Event Category:

Venue

Dekalb High School
501 W Dresser Rd, DeKalb, IL 60115 United States

Organizer

DeKalb County History Center
Phone:
(815) 895-5762
Website:
https://www.dekalbcountyhistory.org/