Puro Mexicano

The cream of a large collection of Mexican lore has been accumulated over many years partly through contributions by lovers of the gente all over the Southwest and partly through editor J. Frank Dobie''s ramblings in northern Mexico. Tales make up the largest category; however more realistic are the accounts of Mexican customs and sayings. Another type of popular expression is the corrido or ballad and the tall tale is well represented too especially in connection with two mighty folk-heroes Juan Oso and Catorce.