Posts Tagged ‘united states’
The Surrender Tree
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The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba’s Struggle For Freedom
Henry Holt and Co, 2008
Poetry
ISBN: 0805086749
176 pages
Newbery Honor Book
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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Face
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Face
Hanging Loose Press, 2009
Poetry
ISBN: 1931236704
160 pages
Hanging Loose Press, 2009
Poetry
ISBN: 1931236704
160 pages
Synopsis
Sherman Alexie puts together a collection of poems he’s written throughout his life thus far to give a glimpse into his life, travels, past and many of the elements about the current state of the world that he’s constantly wrestling with. Much like the rest of his work, it’s peppered with comedic approaches to difficult things. …
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