by Víctor Fragoso
translated by Paul Orbuch
with archival photos and materials
Originally published in 1976, this latest bilingual edition of ser islas/being islands delicately interwines images from Fragoso’s personal archival collections housed at the Center for Puerto Rican Studies, elegantly capturing the nostalgic and intimate nature of his work with new essays by Archivist Herbert Duran and Gustavo Quintero Vera. “In Fragoso, the intimate and the political do not clash; there is a poiesis of encounter, a queer gaze upon the always-queer experience of being human” (Ángel Antonio Ruiz Laboy). Don’t miss out on the 50th anniversary of this beautiful bilingual edition, get it today!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Víctor Fragoso (1944-1982), a Puerto Rican writer, made his mark in poetry, playwriting, and essays. His work traversed disciplines and boundaries, leaving an indelible impact on the Puerto Rican and queer communities in New York and beyond.
On sale April 20th, 2026.