The Old Gringo | Topics for Further Study

Read Ambrose Bierce’s famous short story “An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge,” which is mentioned in this novel. What does that story tell you about the character of Bierce as Carlos Fuentes portrays him here?

Pancho Villa’s reputation is still controversial: many people see him as a hero of the revolution, while many others see him as a criminal who manipulated the media. Research his life story and explain whether you think he did more good or harm for the development of Mexico.

Many Americans are familiar with songs that were popular in 1914, such as “St....

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