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The Red Umbrella

by Christina Diaz Gonzalez   |  Ages 13+
$8.90
The Red Umbrella
The Red Umbrella

Journey of resilience, Cuban girl's American adaptation.

If historical tales that delve into personal struggles amidst political upheaval stir something in you, "The Red Umbrella" might just be the book you're looking to embrace. It's not only an insightful peek into a poignant chapter of Cuban history but also a heart-touching narrative of a young girl's tumultuous adjustment to a new life. Lucía's story is one of courage and identity that echoes the experiences of many who've been uprooted, making it a resonant and meaningful read.

  • IRA-CBC Teacher's Choice (2011)
  • Nebraska Book Award for Young Adult (2011)
  • Florida Book Award for Young Adult - Gold (2010)
  • International Book Awards Nominee (1)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee (2010)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

The Red Umbrella

by Christina Diaz Gonzalez   |  Ages 13+
$8.90
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ISBN: 9780375854897
Authors: Christina Diaz Gonzalez
Publisher: Yearling
Date of Publication: 2011-12-13
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Chapter Books
Related Topics: Realistic Fiction, Adventure, Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 4.06
(rated by 4918 readers)

Description

The Red Umbrella is a moving tale of a 14-year-old girl's journey from Cuba to America as part of Operation Pedro Pan—an organized exodus of more than 14,000 unaccompanied children, whose parents sent them away to escape Fidel Castro's revolution. In 1961, two years after the Communist revolution, Lucía Álvarez still leads a carefree life, dreaming of parties and her first crush. But when the soldiers come to her sleepy Cuban town, everything begins to change. Freedoms are stripped away. Neighbors disappear. And soon, Lucía's parents make the heart-wrenching decision to send her and her little brother to the United States—on their own. Suddenly plunked down in Nebraska with well-meaning strangers, Lucía struggles to adapt to a new country, a new language, a new way of life. But what of her old life? Will she ever see her home or her parents again? And if she does, will she still be the same girl? The Red Umbrella is a touching story of country, culture, family, and the true meaning of home.
 

Journey of resilience, Cuban girl's American adaptation.

If historical tales that delve into personal struggles amidst political upheaval stir something in you, "The Red Umbrella" might just be the book you're looking to embrace. It's not only an insightful peek into a poignant chapter of Cuban history but also a heart-touching narrative of a young girl's tumultuous adjustment to a new life. Lucía's story is one of courage and identity that echoes the experiences of many who've been uprooted, making it a resonant and meaningful read.

  • IRA-CBC Teacher's Choice (2011)
  • Nebraska Book Award for Young Adult (2011)
  • Florida Book Award for Young Adult - Gold (2010)
  • International Book Awards Nominee (1)
  • Goodreads Choice Award Nominee (2010)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.