Steele, Patricia Ruiz
The Girl Immigrant
- ISBN 13:
- 9780989001304
- author:
- Steele, Patricia Ruiz
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Plumeria Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2013
- Pages:
- 340
- Dimensions:
- 22.9 x 15.2 x 1.9 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Personal Memoirs, Health & Wellbeing,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Girl Immigrant by Patricia Ruiz Steele is a heartwarming and poignant memoir that tells the story of one woman's journey to a new land in search of hope and happiness. In 1911, Manuela and her family embarked on an epic migration from Spain to Hawaii, driven by promises of work and a better life.
As they traveled through treacherous seas and unfamiliar lands, Manuela faced unimaginable challenges and hardships, but also discovered the beauty and wonder of a new world. With courage and resilience, she navigated the complexities of her new life, forging connections with others and finding love in unexpected places.
This lively memoir is based on the author's grandmother's remarkable story, spanning five generations and weaving together the threads of family history, cultural heritage, and personal triumph. A powerful and moving tale of resilience and hope, The Girl Immigrant is a worthwhile read for anyone interested in stories of immigration, identity, and the human spirit.