This Guera's Guide to Dia de los Muertos: An Introduction to the Holiday and Assistance on Setting up the Altar (Paperback)

Dia de los Muertos is growing in popularity because it provides the opportunity to celebrate our lost loved ones, not just mourn them. If you want to start celebrating this holiday it can feel overwhelming to ensure you're doing it correctly if it isn't a tradition you were raised with- "This Guera's Guide to Dia de los Muertos" is here to help! This book provides an intro to the holiday and discusses in detail all the components of a Dia de los Muertos altar, or ofrenda. Additionally, there is a discussion on how to celebrate this holiday with respect and the right mindset if you're coming at it from a position of being an "outsider" as one not raised celebrating it.Lauren Alaniz provides a wealth of information on the history and symbolism behind the holiday in a warm and conversational tone. Let this book be a friend who holds your hand and guides you every step of the way on your journey to celebrate the wondrous holiday that is Dia de los Muertos!