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Book Synopsis: In this poetic memoir, which won the Pura Belpré Author Award, was a YALSA Nonfiction Finalist, and was named a Walter Dean Myers Award Honoree, acclaimed author Margarita Engle tells of growing up as a child of two cultures during the Cold War.
Margarita is a girl from two worlds. Her heart lies in Cuba, her mother’s tropical island country, a place so lush with vibrant life that it seems like a fairy tale kingdom. But most of the time she lives in Los Angeles, lonely in the noisy city and dreaming of the summers when she can take a plane through the enchanted air to her beloved island. Words and images are her constant companions, friendly and comforting when the children at school are not.
Then a revolution breaks out in Cuba. Margarita fears for her far-away family. When the hostility between Cuba and the United States erupts at the Bay of Pigs Invasion, Margarita’s worlds collide in the worst way possible. How can the two countries she loves hate each other so much? And will she ever get to visit her beautiful island again?
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Immerse yourself in the captivating and award-winning memoir, Enchanted Air: Two Cultures, Two Wings. Step into the poetic world created by acclaimed author Margarita Engle and journey through her vivid and touching story of growing up as a child of two cultures during the tumultuous Cold War period. Winner of the prestigious Pura Belpré Author Award and a YALSA Nonfiction Finalist, this memoir is a must-read for those seeking a unique, heartfelt, and thought-provoking tale.
Transport yourself to the lush and vibrant island of Cuba, as Margarita shares her deep connection to her mother's tropical homeland. Experience the enchantment of this fairy tale kingdom through her eyes, as she weaves a mesmerizing narrative that will spellbind readers of all ages. Feel the nostalgia, the longing, and the beauty of a place that is interlaced in both her dreams and reality.
Follow Margarita's journey as she switches between two worlds - the noisy city of Los Angeles and the magical summers spent on her beloved island. Amidst the daily struggles and loneliness, words and images become her constant companions, providing solace and comfort in a world that sometimes feels distant and cold. Engle's lyrical prose and vivid imagery will transport you to a place where dreams take flight, and emotions soar above the crests of the sea.
But as fate would have it, revolution looms over Cuba, and Margarita's worlds collide in the most devastating manner. Fear grips her heart as she worries for her distant family's safety. The hostility between Cuba and the United States intensifies during the Bay of Pigs Invasion, forcing her to witness the clash between the two countries she loves dearly. It's a heart-wrenching battle between her sense of belonging and her yearning to reunite with her beautiful island once again.
Are you ready to dive into this powerful and eye-opening memoir? Join Margarita Engle on her remarkable journey as she grapples with the complexities of identity, love, and loss. Experience the magic of her storytelling and the depth of her emotions as she takes you on an unforgettable ride. Don't miss out on this incredible memoir that has touched the hearts of readers worldwide.
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