Tortilla Curtain Background info

This book reaches into the struggles of middle class and immigrates trying to fit into a American Dream. A American dream, is the hopes of living in a world of freedom, equality, and opportunities. Millions of immigrates come from Mexico, Europe, and Asia for a better lifestyle. But when they come here, they are exposed to the struggles of fitting in. This book compares a American lifestyle, to a Immigrant who is trying to live the same lifestyle. The novel came out right after California's vote and rejection of Prop 187. Prop 187 was a bill that restricted immigrants from using public resources such as health care and free education.