Mexican Ghost Tales of the Southwest

This collection gathers ghostly legends passed down through generations in the Mexican American communities of the Southwest, from spectral hitchhikers to vengeful spirits and haunted desert roads. Kat Avila's illustrations heighten the eerie atmosphere of each tale. This is a memorable choice for students because it preserves an oral storytelling tradition that blends Mexican folklore with the landscapes of the American Southwest.

Publishing Details

Author : Alfred Avila

Illustrator : Kat Avila

Author Nationality : United States

Physical Details

Type of Book: Chapter Book

Cover: Softcover

Pages: 176

Size: 8.7 x 5.5 inches

Year Published: 1994

Instructional Details

Reading Grade Level: 5th

Genre: Fiction

Sub-Genre: Traditional Literature

Theme: Fables & Folktales, Culture, Hispanic Heritage Month