Growing Up Beaner

In Growing Up Beaner, Francisco Barriga offers a poignant and powerful memoir that traces his journey from the small town of Periquillos in Colima, Mexico, to the rural landscapes of Corning, California. Francisco was born into humble beginnings, and his story is one of resilience, determination, and the quest for identity amid the complexities of immigration and cultural assimilation. When he was at the tender age of eight, his life took a dramatic turn when he crossed the border illegally...