
Jovita Wore Pants: The Story of a Mexican Freedom Fighter - Aida Salazar
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Vezi oferta la libris.roThe remarkable true story of Jovita Valdovinos, a Mexican revolutionary who disguised herself as a man to fight for her rights! nn n* Graceful . . deft . . . mesmerizing. . . . Bravery and determination prevail in this inspiring tale. -- Kirkus Reviews, starred reviewn n* Gorgeous...hits the perfect balance of lively and lyrical...outstanding. -- School Library Journal, starred reviewn n* Exquisite prose. . . . stunning spreads. -- BookPage, starred reviewn nJovita 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 smilen nWhen 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!n nThis remarkable true story about a little-known maverick Mexican heroine is brought vividly to life by her great-niece and Américas Award-winner Aida Salazar, and Eisner Award-honoree Molly Mendoza.n











