Jovita Wore Pants : The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter （2023）
2024凯迪克银奖
本书金句
内容简介
The remarkable true story of Jovita Valdovinos a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights Graceful deft mesmerizing Bravery and determination prevail in this inspiring tale Kirkus Reviews starred review Gorgeous hits the perfect balance of lively and lyrical outstanding School Library Journal starred review Exquisite prose stunning spreads BookPage starred reviewJovita dreamed of wearing pants She hated the big skirts Abuela made her wear She wanted to scale the tallest mesquite tree on her rancho ride her horse and feel the wind curl her face into a smileWhen her father and brothers joined the Cristero War to fight for religious freedom Jovita wanted to go too Forbidden she defied her father s rules and society s and found a clever way to become a trailblazing revolutionary wearing pants This remarkable true story about a little known maverick Mexican heroine is brought vividly to life by her great niece and Am ricas Award winner Aida Salazar and Eisner Award honoree Molly Mendoza
