Provides an insight into the oral and written discourse of an extended network of Mexicanos living in Chicago. This work explores the ways in which the group's experiences as immigrants have affected their linguistic practices.

A unique portrayal and analysis of the language, literacy, and cultural resources of a social network of Mexicano adults living in a rural community in Mexico and Chicago's inner city. By exploring the ways in which this group's experiences as immigrants have affected their communicative practices, the author provides a basis for understanding how researchers, policymakers, and educators can provide these adults and their children with a relevant education that effectively embraces their schooling and lived experience.