Esperanza Rising

Type

Book

Authors

Pam Munoz Ryan

ISBN 10

0439120411

ISBN 13

9780439120418

Tags

Family Life, Homelessness & Poverty, Girls & Women, 1900s, United States, Hispanic & Latino

Description

Amazon Editors recommend this book for readers who have recently discovered middle grade novels with more intricate story lines.Pura Belpré Award WinnerIRA Notable Book for a Global SocietyNew York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and SharingEsperanza thought she'd always live with her family on their ranch in Mexico--she'd always have fancy dresses, a beautiful home, and servants. But a sudden tragedy forces Esperanza and Mama to flee to California during the Great Depression, and to settle in a camp for Mexican farm workers. Esperanza isn't ready for the hard labor, financial struggles, or lack of acceptance she now faces. When their new life is threatened, Esperanza must find a way to rise above her difficult circumstances--Mama's life, and her own, depend on it. - from Amzon

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