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"From The Soul" Cesar Cruz states that his mission is "to comfort the disturbed and disturb the comfortable." I generally don't consider myself to be a "disturbed" individual but indeed I found his collection of poetry, stories, and essays to be comforting.


It's comforting to read a body of work like this that displays much of what is rare these days: Honesty and Heart. Instead of becoming numb to the world around him Cesar's writing explores the anger, pain, saddness, love, joy, and hope of life. It is clear that he does not compromise what he believes to be the truth and that might just be uncomfortable for those who don't believe that art should be a reflection of life. But for those who want a dose of reality from someone who is willing to give it in ALL of it's forms (both positive and negative) they would be doing themselves a great favor by picking up this book.
- Mike Cheng

"Fuck Spics" Fuck spics in general. Why don't you all go die. You stupid fucking wetback fuck.

"I was shocked, inspiring book" I must admit the title offended me, but it also had me at hello. I picked up this book with great intrigue and was moved by the force that Mr. Cruz writes. It is in your face and pulls no punches. Although I don't agree with everything he says, it is powerful. A must read!
-Mary McGuire

"Cesar Cruz" Cesar brings a righteous rage, one that many neglect to explore. In reading Cesar’s work I found myself delving into my past and seeing myself in many of his works. I have shared this book with many of the students in my classes and it is quite a scene to see jaws dropping with each and every line. Seeing the students engaged and their desire to explore the realities that Cesar depicts creates a sense of well-being as I see the creation of more freedom-fighters start to take place. As Cesar states, we are “onamove”! Indeed we are. We in education need more strong individuals willing to explore the life and experiences of the neglected. This is a must read, one that will be in my classroom for entire life.

"It's about time!" Out here in Boise we just don't get exposed to anything like this. My people are called so many negative things from 'beaner,' and 'illegal.' Finally someone tells it like it is! I want to buy this book for all my ex-bosses, for the mayor, and all the racist people that have no idea about our strength. This book makes me proud to be Latino!

Sr. Juan Ramos
Educator, Boise, Idaho