An author's note is included, along with a map showing the caravan's route. Award-winning Mexican illustrator Manuel Monroy illuminates Misael's journey. Library and Archives Canada Cataloguing in Publication Title: Caravan to the north : Misael's long walk / Jorge Argueta pictures by Manuel Monroy. So with broken hearts, and bravery beyond all telling, they join a caravan to the North. It is overrun by violence and gangs, and they cannot make enough money to get by.
This beautiful and timely story is written in simple but poetic verse by Jorge Argueta, the award-winning author of Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds. In Jorge Argueta’s haunting novel in verse, Caravan to the North: Misael’s Long Walk, Misael and his family can no longer live in their home, El Salvador, which they love. The book ends with Misael dreaming of El Salvador. But then tear gas, hateful demonstrations, force and fear descend on these vulnerable people. They think they have arrived at the goal of the trip ― to enter the United States. Caravan to the North - by Jorge Argueta (Hardcover) 11.99When purchased online In Stock Add to cart About this item Specifications Dimensions (Overall): 8.6 Inches (H) x 5.8 Inches (W) x. We learn about how far and hard the trip is, but also about the kindness of those along the way.įinally, once the caravan arrives in Tijuana, Misael and those around him are relieved. We learn all the different reasons why people feel the need to leave ― the hope that lies behind their decision, but also the terrible sadness of leaving home. "This novel in verse is a powerful first-person account of Misael Martínez, a Salvadoran boy whose family joins the caravan heading north to the United States.
Cover for Jorge Argueta Caravan to the North: Misaels Long Walk (Hardcover. KWD 16 Product Details Product Description Customer Questions & Answers Customer Ratings Review this product Jorge Argueta, Manuel Monroy (Illustrator). An author's note is included, along with a map showing the caravan's route.Advance Readers' Copy. Viento, Vientito/ Wind, Little Wind - Jorge Argueta - Bger - Pinata Books. Award-winning Mexican illustrator Manuel Monroy illuminates Misael's journey.
This beautiful and timely story is written in simple but poetic verse by Jorge Argueta, the award-winning author of Somos como las nubes / We Are Like the Clouds. They think they have arrived at the goal of the trip - to enter the United States. We learn all the different reasons why people feel the need to leave - the hope that lies behind their decision, but also the terrible sadness of leaving home. This novel in verse is a powerful first-person account of Misael Mart nez, a Salvadoran boy whose family joins the caravan heading north to the United States.
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