A Library for Juana: The World of Sor Juana Ines
Written by Pat Mora • Illustrated by Beatriz Vidal • Knopf Books for Young Readers
This is a touching story of one of Mexico’s most brilliant writers, Sor Juana Inez de la Cruz. Juana was a child who loved to learn, read, and write. From a very young age she was making up stories, plays, songs, and even began writing poetry. Pat Mora beautifully describes Juana’s life starting when she was a little girl and ending with her death. Vidal’s illustrations are a soft and colorful addition that enriches the story. Written in English with embedded Spanish words. For children ages 5 and up.
