ISBN: 9780399546440 - lucky broken girl (14 Ergebnisse)

Hardback. Zustand: Very Good. An unforgettable coming-of-age novel following a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl in 1960s New York City who must overcome the sudden derailment of her American Dream. WINNER OF THE PURA BELPRE AWARD ? A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF THE CENTURY?A book for anyone mending from childhood wounds.??Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango StreetBased on acclaimed author Ruth Behar?s childhood, Lucky Broken Girl follows Ruthie Mizrahi, a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant who recently emigrated from Castro?s Cuba to New York City with her family. Just when she?s finally beginning to gain confidence in her mastery of English?and enjoying her reign as her neighborhood?s hopscotch queen?a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined to her bed for a long recovery. As Ruthie?s world shrinks, her powers of observation and her heart grow larger as she comes to understand how fragile life is, how vulnerable we all are as human beings, and how friends, neighbors, and the power of the arts can sweeten even the worst of times.A remarkable story of resilience, poignancy, and hope for a better life, Ruthie?s plight will intrigue readers, and her strength will stay with them for years to come.…

Hardback. Zustand: Good. An unforgettable coming-of-age novel following a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl in 1960s New York City who must overcome the sudden derailment of her American Dream. WINNER OF THE PURA BELPRE AWARD ? A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF THE CENTURY?A book for anyone mending from childhood wounds.??Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango StreetBased on acclaimed author Ruth Behar?s childhood, Lucky Broken Girl follows Ruthie Mizrahi, a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant who recently emigrated from Castro?s Cuba to New York City with her family. Just when she?s finally beginning to gain confidence in her mastery of English?and enjoying her reign as her neighborhood?s hopscotch queen?a horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined to her bed for a long recovery. As Ruthie?s world shrinks, her powers of observation and her heart grow larger as she comes to understand how fragile life is, how vulnerable we all are as human beings, and how friends, neighbors, and the power of the arts can sweeten even the worst of times.A remarkable story of resilience, poignancy, and hope for a better life, Ruthie?s plight will intrigue readers, and her strength will stay with them for years to come.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Zustand: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. With remainder mark. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Zustand: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 256 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.63 inches. In Stock.

Zustand: New. 2017. Hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Zustand: Brand New. 256 pages. 8.25x5.50x0.63 inches. In Stock.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An unforgettable coming-of-age novel following a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant girl in 1960s New York City who must overcome the sudden derailment of her American Dream. WINNER OF THE PURA BELPRE AWARD A KIRKUS REVIEWS BEST MIDDLE GRADE BOOK OF THE CENTURY"A book for anyone mending from childhood wounds."Sandra Cisneros, author of The House on Mango StreetBased on acclaimed author Ruth Behar's childhood, Lucky Broken Girl follows Ruthie Mizrahi, a young Cuban-Jewish immigrant who recently emigrated from Castro's Cuba to New York City with her family. Just when she's finally beginning to gain confidence in her mastery of Englishand enjoying her reign as her neighborhood's hopscotch queena horrific car accident leaves her in a body cast and confined to her bed for a long recovery. As Ruthie's world shrinks, her powers of observation and her heart grow larger as she comes to understand how fragile life is, how vulnerable we all are as human beings, and how friends, neighbors, and the power of the arts can sweeten even the worst of times.A remarkable story of resilience, poignancy, and hope for a better life, Ruthie's plight will intrigue readers, and her strength will stay with them for years to come.…