Silvester Brito facts for kids
Silvester John Brito (born September 26, 1937, died October 7, 2018) was an American poet and a university professor. He taught about people and their cultures at the University of Wyoming.
His Early Life and School
Silvester John Brito was born in Delta, Colorado, on September 26, 1937. He had heritage from both the Comanche and Purépecha peoples. He went to Indiana University and earned a special degree called a Ph.D. in Folklore. This means he studied traditional stories, customs, and beliefs of different groups.
What He Did
Brito was a professor at the University of Wyoming. He taught subjects like anthropology, which is the study of human societies and cultures. He also taught about American folklore, Chicano studies, and religious studies. Brito was part of groups like M.E.C.h.A. and Keepers of the Fire.
He wrote several books of poetry. Some of his poetry books include Man From a Rainbow, Looking Through A Squared Off Circle, and Red Cedar Warrior. He also wrote a book called The Way of A Peyote Roadman. His poems were also published in different magazines and collections. For example, his work appeared in CALLALOO and in an American Indian poetry book called Studies In American Indian Literature: Returning The Gift.
His Family Life
Silvester John Brito was married to Carol (Coble) Brito for 56 years. They had four children together: Desiree, Michael, Juan, and Jude. His parents, Benjamin and Jessie Brito, passed away before him. Silvester John Brito died on October 7, 2018, in Cheyenne, Wyoming.
