Bless Me Ultima Bless Me Ultima, a book by Rudolfo A. ... He is aided in this journey by a curandera named Ultima, who teaches Tony many life lessons. ... Representing Ultima, he uses the owl, which serves as the good character, while the coyote represents evil, portrayed by Tenorio. ... The need for good is represented by the owl, which symbolizes Ultima. The symbolic value of the owl is seen early in the story when Tony calls it "Ultima's owl". ...

• Word Count: 672
• Approx Pages: 3
• Grade Level: High School

The novel Bless Me, Ultima, is a classic tale based upon Mexican- American culture and folklore. ... Although Tony's parents and their ideals influenced him, Ultima had the greatest influence of all. ... Ultima, an old family friend, had come to live with the Marez's when facing old age and health problems. ... Facing many spiritual questions, and confused by the Catholic religion, Tony turned to Ultima for guidance. ... Ultima taught Tony these things and makes him much more aware and in touch with nature. ...

• Word Count: 1132
• Approx Pages: 5
• Grade Level: High School

Tony's Friends Throughout this captivating book, there exist a team of very amusing characters. Consisting of nine people, these characters are Tony's friends. They are Abel, Bones, Ernie, Horse, Lloyd, Red, the Vitamin Kid, Cico and Florence. Not only did they make you laugh, they also got you thinking. As things got a little slow through out the plot of the book, they kept you on the edge of your seat. ...

• Word Count: 535
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School