Blood becomes the river. The human race dies and only the "she-goats and the he-goats" remain 176. The lake "cracked with laughter of madness" and the "ghosts stood and walked upon the shore" 120. Who dares dream such gruesome images? Only Antonio Marez. He argues with God and the Virgin Mary. He commutes with the dead; the dead asks him for blessings. Just who is this Tony person! You might not believe that this is only a seven year old kid, but he is the hero of Rudolfo Anaya"s Bless Me, Ultima. Tony is valiant, and this courage sometimes reflects...
do not know" 71 and the priest says "you are innocent until you understand" 71. So, is he innocent or not? He does not know whether to lose or keep his self-esteem.

Tony"s three characteristics are clearly displayed in the novel. He is brave, precocious, and oftentimes confused. It is interesting that these traits do not apply to young children usually. Tony is a unique character, and is born to be a learner or a curandura like Ultima. However, Tony is an important person to study because he touches upon many profound mundane ideas that apply to social issues.