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Summary Of The Somebody By Danny Santiago

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The Somebody by Danny Santiago is a short story about loneliness and human neglect. The main character, Chato de Shamrock, is a Mexican immigrant growing up in the Eastside of old Los Angeles. Chato gets involved in gang life and does not feel a sense of purpose when his gang, the Shamrocks, are dismantled. A new gang, the Sierra, has risen up and they are after Chato because of his role with the Shamrocks. Chato wants to become a writer, but focuses on writing his name on buildings or writing graffiti. This action is illegal and can get him in trouble with the law. He will not allow someone else to help him out in life and the author shows that with metaphors. It is always smart to ask for help when you are stuck. Chato was unwilling to
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