María Irene Fornés in Context, edited by Brian Eugenio Herrera and Anne García-Romero (Cambridge University Press, 2025), is the first substantial scholarly collection dedicated to the life, artistry, and lasting influence of María Irene Fornés—a groundbreaking but often under-recognized figure in late twentieth-century American theater. It is also one of the many excellent scholarly titles that has recently been indexed by Southwest Humanities. Compiled by notable theater scholars and practitioners, the volume brings together concise yet insightful contributions from voices deeply connected to Fornés’s creative and pedagogical legacy, offering multiple entry points for both seasoned researchers and newcomers to her work. María Irene Fornés in Context fills a crucial gap in theater scholarship by honoring a visionary artist’s multifaceted legacy across artistic creation, mentorship, and cultural identity and making her contributions visible to new audiences and disciplines alike. The book was published in July 2025, and more information about it can be found at the publisher’s website here.
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