• The Surrender Tree

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    The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba’s Struggle For Freedom
    Margarita Engle
    Henry Holt and Co, 2008
    Poetry
    ISBN: 0805086749
    176 pages
    Newbery Honor Book

    Synopsis

    Taking place over the several wars that Cuba had with Spain in order to gain independence, the story centers on Rosa, a young slave girl who is eventually freed by her master when he revolts against Spain and becomes the most renowned healer throughout Cuba.

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