{"product_id":"2940170731831","title":"Island Treasures: Growing Up in Cuba","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe author of \u003ci\u003eMy Name Is Maria Isabel\u003c\/i\u003e offers an inspiring look at her childhood in Cuba in this collection that includes \u003ci\u003eWhere the Flame Trees Bloom\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eUnder the Royal Palms\u003c\/i\u003e, five new stories, and more. These true autobiographical tales from renowned Hispanic author and educator Alma Flor Ada are filled with family love and traditions, secrets and deep friendships, and a gorgeous, moving picture of the island of Cuba, where Alma Flor grew up. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTold through the eyes of a child, a whole world comes to life in these pages: the blind great-grandmother who never went to school but whose wisdom and generosity overflowed to those around her; the hired hand Samone, whose love for music overcame all difficulties; the beloved dance teacher who helped sustain young Alma Flor through a miserable year in school; her dear and daring Uncle Medardo, who bravely flew airplanes; and more. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeartwarming, poignant, and often humorous, this wonderful collection encourages readers to discover the stories in their own lives-and to celebrate the joys and struggles we all share, no matter where or when we grew up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Recorded Books, LLC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47102500503792,"sku":"2940170731831","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/7593\/9824\/files\/2940170731831_p0.jpg?v=1763715681","url":"https:\/\/shop-qa.barnesandnoble.com\/products\/2940170731831","provider":"Barnes \u0026 Noble (DEV)","version":"1.0","type":"link"}