Luis Alberto Urrea

Luis Alberto Urrea is a Mexican-American author and poet celebrated for his ability to fuse personal narratives with larger cultural and historical themes. Born in Tijuana, Mexico, and raised in both Mexico and the United States, Urrea's works often explore the dynamic borderlands and the intricacies of identity. His acclaimed works include "The Hummingbird's Daughter," a historical novel, and "The Devil’s Highway," a Pulitzer Prize finalist non-fiction account of immigration and human struggle. A recipient of multiple awards, Urrea is a distinguished professor of creative writing at the University of Illinois-Chicago, continuing to inspire with his evocative storytelling.