The novel Bless Me, Ultima by author Rudolfo Anaya is a story that shows a strong respect for the values ​​of family and culture. The story itself is a semi-autobiography of the author's childhood. Throughout the story he used experiences and memories, from the way he describes the town, the people, the school and the church. In the novel we follow the life of six-year-old Antonio Marez, who grapples with several questions about life and death, reflects to know why God does not punish evil and helps good. More questions arise after his close friend Cico tells Antonio about the golden carp. And the experiences he has with his mysterious caretaker, friend and teacher Ultima. From beginning to end in the novel there are many events that test the strength and values ​​of the Marez family. When Ultima comes to spend what time she has left with the Marez family, they treat her with the utmost respect, calling her "La Grande" and welcoming her as if she were part of the family. Throughout the story relationships are tested, Antonio's father Gabriel has a big dream of moving to California with his family, but refuses to leave until all three of his eldest sons return from the war (World War II ). Soon after Antonio's brothers return home from the war, not long after two of his brothers (Gene and Leon) leave and head to Las Vegas, shattering Gabriel's dream. Although only one brother (Andrew) decided to stay, he and Antonio begin to form a relationship he didn't have with the others. Since Ultima's arrival, many of the town's residents question the Marez family for allowing a bruja (witch) to live with them, and because of her, many people take a stand against them. The Marez family and Narciso show a great bond by gathering around Ultima,...... center of the card......logies and 6 theater shows. He has also been honored and awarded 17 times. He is now currently retired and resides in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Mexican authors are often known for their Chicano literature. It can be dated to the 16th century, written by the Spanish explorer Alvar Nunez Cabeza de Vaca. However, most Mexican-American literature is dated after 1848. During the Mexican-American War, when they annexed large portions of land that was once Mexico. There are many trends in Chicano literature, the most common theme is discrimination, the search for identity, the management of cultural and historical differences. Emphasizing primarily Chicano culture and experience in the United States, many themes portrayed in most Chicano novels consist of writing in Spanish and "Spanglish" English, involvement in migration, immigration, and political stances..