Dr. Sabine Ulibarrí needs no introduction to the aficionados of good literature, for his bilingual short stories have been favorites for many years in classrooms around the nation. His first collection of stories, Tierra Amarilla, published in 1971, introduced Professor Ulibarrí’s characteristic style, reminiscent of oral tradition with a Southwestern flavor, and established him as one of the most popular voices of New Mexico’s Hispanic culture and traditions. His celebration of New Mexico’s legends, folklore, cultural heritage, and traditional way of life has continued throughout the years with the ever popular Mi abuela fumaba puros/My Grandma Smoked Cigars (1978), Primeros encuentros/First Encounters (1982) and El gobernador Glu Glu/Governor Glu Glu (1988).

Professor Ulibarrí has also published several volumes of poetry and many critical essays and textbooks. His association with The University of New Mexico at Albuquerque covers several decades and he is well-known in academic and civil circles for his lifelong contributions to Hispanic culture. In 1987 he received the Governor’s Award in recognition of his influence and dedication to Hispanic heritage. Without a doubt, he is one of the premier figures in his field today.


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