Prietita and the Ghost Woman (Paperback)

Maya Gonzalez

ISBN 10: 0892391677 / ISBN 13: 9780892391677

Published by Children's Book Press,U.S., San Francisco, 2014

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Paperback. Bilingual English/Spanish. Gloria Anzaldua uniquely reinterprets the famous Mexican legend of la Llorona.Ever since she can remember, Prietita has heard frightening stories about la Llorona-the legendary ghost woman who steals children at night. One day, when Prietita goes in search of the missing herb that can help cure her mother's illness, she becomes lost in the woods. Suddenly she hears a distant crying sound and sees flashes of white in the trees. Could it be the ghost woman from her grandmother's stories? In her second book for children, Gloria Anzaldua reinterprets the famous Mexican legend of la Llorona, the ghost woman. Surrounded by the live oak and prickly pear of the Texas woods, Prietita discovers that la Llorona is not what people expect. In this magical story, Prietita's search for the healing rue plant turns into a powerful journey of self-discovery. All her life, Prietita has heard terrifying tales of "la llorona", the legendary ghost of a woman who steals children at night. When she actually encounters the ghost, Prietita discovers a compassionate woman who helps Prietita on her journey of self-discovery. Based on a Mexican legend. Full-color illustrations. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780892391677

Bibliographic Details

Title: Prietita and the Ghost Woman (Paperback)

Publisher: Children's Book Press,U.S., San Francisco

Publication Date: 2014

Binding: Paperback

Illustrator: Gonzalez, Maya Christina

Condition: new

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Synopsis:

Ever since she can remember, Prietita has heard terrifying tales of la llorona the legendary ghost woman who steals children at night. Against a background of vibrant folk paintings, Gloria Anzaldua reinterprets, in a bilingual format, one of the most famous Mexican legends. In this version, Prietita discovers that la llorona is not what she expects, but rather a compassionate woman who helps Prietita on her journey of self-discovery. This tale provides a fascinating context in which to introduce and discuss folktales.” School Library Journal

Language Notes:

Text: English, Spanish