English Literature

Reflecting and applying the principles of memoir writing to Mario Lopezs Madre de Dios, it can be argued that it falls along the lines and parameters of memoir. The reason behind this is not mainly because it falls under the category provided by Gutkind in his book but also supplement the necessary conditions paving the way for (1) exposition of experience, (2) ability to provide genuine interaction with readers, and (3) look into personal feelings as it questioned its capacity and ability to induce change.
    One important component that shapes Lopezs work involves having the capacity to provide readers with the experience she had made. As Gutkind provides, a good memoir writer uses life experiences, not to go more deeply to the self but to reach out to others (p.116). Here, not only does it tackle his pursuits and exploits during college life, he sought to immerse the reader in understanding the predicament that he feels and sought to find the connection about what other people may relatively feel about the process of questioning their faith.
    Moreover, it also connotes the facilitative effort to enrich ones capacity to induce change. It can be seen that throughout his life, Lopez had sought to find the meaning of the divine like everyone else. From the constructs in education, towards the new processes shaping his life, Barry Lopez sought to find understanding in the conditions that relatively contributed to his life and to others as well (Lopez, p.92). Though he may have sought to provide more of an analogy about himself, the process and application of this was to establish among readers the value he perceives in the realm of spiritual connection.
    Another relevant theme that corresponds as to why Lopezs work is considered a memoir is Madre de Dios ability to extract genuine interaction of the author towards readers. This argument corresponds to the notion and value of how ones personal perspective can be shaped not only by personal lessons but also on experiences in life. As the idea of Gutkind puts it, in writing and elsewhere  only when it moves through, then transcends the self and connects to whats human in us all (p.118). 
    This perspective can be seen in the way Lopez seeks to provide readers concerning religious encounters and how it can change a mans life. At the same time, the process of connections and interaction with a higher divine being is one characteristic that is prevalent among readers who might read the selection. This then becomes the catalyst in showcasing how one mans life continuously questioned by doubt becomes an important avenue towards enlightenment (Lopez, 2008).
    Despite the storys exaggerated view about certain things, it only denotes the ability of Lopez to present his feelings to readers. It showcases the ability to become instrument of highlighting and showcasing a renewed attempt to become engaged ones more in faith amidst the challenges and situations that have shaped the authors life in the book. This then goes to show the capacity to make effective the ability to look forward for a better future.
    The last reason for choosing Madre de Dios as a memoir reflects the idea of the personas capacity to induce change or become an instrument for change. This coincides with the perspective of showcasing an approach not rooted mainly on oneself and their corresponding experiences but rather an attempt to provide the ability to look outside of the box and seek out change (Gutkind, 2008). This relevant perspective as it applies to Madre de Dios was exemplified in the development of the character in the story. Here, the process not only implored on showcasing how he felt during this period. What was shown is his perspective and relevant ideas on as to how or why these were created and the strategies he used to adapt to these trends.
    Seeing this, the ability of Madre de Dios not only circumvents the exploits of one mans pursuit towards finding his faith, but also seeks to question the current conditions in society that shapes such beliefs towards its development or decline. The outputs here and experiences gained all highlight the relevance of how change can influence things. From a simple decision to a complex one, the process of reaching out is achieved ones the desire for change becomes evident. It pursues the objective of catering towards finding the true meaning in all of these. Such effort provided the necessary inputs not only in fostering growth but also the ability to become an important catalyst for readers to appreciate the content given.
    In the end, the process of creating literature has its corresponding standards and ideals that provide guidelines for writers to adhere to.  The same process can be seen and applied under the conditions of memoirs. It is relevant to consider in determining and differentiating one from navel gazing reflects not only on the capacity to respond to these rules but also justify the impact it can provide among readers. It is through the passion towards an outward connection and ability to transcend experiences to readers that Lopezs Madre de Dios qualifies to such characterization.