Product Description

Both a blessing to a child and a tribute to parenthood, this superb keepsake book by renowned Chicana poet and author Ana Castillo was inspired by ancient Aztec chants. It's the ideal gift to commemorate any of various momentous events in an older child's life--such as graduation, an important birthday, a quincea-era, or a family occasion. In words and pictures, the book's two sections--one for a daughter and one for a son--trace the milestones of growing up and reflect parental joy and pride in the process. Like an illuminated manuscript in a new-world context, the illustrations by S. Guevara stylistically combine Aztec elements with strong contemporary images on bark. This wholly original creation has a multicultural appeal and a radiance that makes it a book everyone will want to give or receive.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #144097 in Books
• Published on: 2000-03-01
• Original language: Spanish
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Hardcover
• 48 pages

Language Notes
Text: Spanish (translation)
Original Language: English

About the Author
Ana Castillo is the author of the novels Peel My Love Like an Onion and So Far from God and of numerous books of poetry, stories, and essays. This is her first work for children. She lives in Chicago.
S. Guevara has illustrated Chato's Kitchen.

Customer Reviews

Wonderful!
I have long been a fan of Ana Castillo's work. Her venture into the world of young readers is powerful and haunting. A must addition to anyone's library and a wonderful gift to anyone with children regardless of their age!