Esperanza Rising
Esperanza Rising by Pam Munoz Ryan is a reprint edition published by Scholastic Inc. in 2000, featuring 262 pages in English. This novel follows the journey of Esperanza, who experiences a dramatic shift in her life when a tragedy forces her and her mother to leave their privileged existence in Mexico. They find themselves in a Mexican farm labor camp in California, confronting the harsh realities of financial struggles and societal challenges during the Great Depression.
Readers will discover Esperanza’s resilience as she navigates her new circumstances, including her mother’s illness and a labor strike that threatens their stability. The story explores themes of adolescence and coming of age, set against a backdrop of poverty and social issues. This edition includes exclusive bonus content, adding depth to the already rich narrative that resonates with readers across generations.
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**CELEBRATING 25 YEARS IN PRINT!**
A modern classic for our time and for all time―this beloved, award-winning bestseller resonates with fresh meaning for each new generation. Perfect for fans of Kate DiCamillo, Christopher Paul Curtis, and Rita Williams-Garcia.
Esperanza Rising joins the Scholastic Gold line, which features award-winning and beloved novels. Includes exclusive bonus content!
Pura Belpre Award Winner
* “Readers will be swept up.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
Esperanza thought she’d always live a privileged life on her family’s ranch in Mexico. She’d always have fancy dresses, a beautiful home filled with servants, and Mama, Papa, and Abuelita to care for her. But a sudden tragedy forces Esperanza and Mama to flee to California and settle in a Mexican farm labor camp. Esperanza isn’t ready for the hard work, financial struggles brought on by the Great Depression, or lack of acceptance she now faces. When Mama gets sick and a strike for better working conditions threatens to uproot their new life, Esperanza must find a way to rise above her difficult circumstances–because Mama’s life, and her own, depend on it.
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