Before We Were Free
Synopsis
Anita de la Torre never questioned her freedom living in the Dominican Republic. But by her 12th birthday in 1960, most of her relatives have emigrated to the United States, her Tio Toni has disappeared without a trace, and the government's secret police terrorize her remaining family because of their suspected opposition of el Trujillo's dictatorship. Using the strength and courage of her family, Anita must overcome her fears and fly to freedom, leaving all that she once knew behind. From renowned author Julia Alvarez comes an unforgettable story about adolescence, perseverance, and one girl's struggle to be free. Winner of the Pura Belpre Medal
- कॉपीराईट:
- 2002 Julia Alvarez
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- ISBN-13:
- 9780307433176
- Publisher:
- Dell Laurel-Leaf A imprint of Random House
- Date of Addition:
- 2020-01-11T02:27:35Z
- भाषा:
- English
- श्रेणी:
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.