Land of Childhood

Land of Childhood
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Publisher : iUniverse
Total Pages : 116
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ISBN-10 : 9780595273539
ISBN-13 : 059527353X
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Book Synopsis Land of Childhood by : Claudia Lars

Download or read book Land of Childhood written by Claudia Lars and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2003 with total page 116 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Set against the lush backdrop of rural El Salvador at the turn of the century, Claudia Lars' richly evocative memoir is a simple, yet profound tribute to the folklore, customs, and traditions of her people. It is a lyrical exaltation of her land's beauty, brimming with warm, vibrant imagery. Born to an Irish-American father and a Salvadoran mother, Lars takes readers on an enchanting journey that celebrates her dual heritage and reveals, with innocence and charm, the gradual self-awareness of a child who, from a very young age, was endowed with the soul of a poet. Land of Childhood was first published in El Salvador in 1958. Currently in its seventeenth edition, it is an award-winning book that has become a beloved national classic as well as required reading for students in secondary schools and university classrooms.


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