DESCRIPTION
Different is a resonant, captivating book about a brother and sister caught in a dark chapter of world history -- The Spanish Civil War.
Between 1936 and 1939, a civil war raged across Spain. For almost three years, ordinary citizens lived in fear of bombs dropping from the sky. When fascist dictator Francisco Franco declared victory, he began to persecute everyone who had once opposed him. Spain became a country of secrets, where anyone who was different was in danger.
Different explores this turbulent period through the voices of seven-year-old Socorro and nine-year-old Paco. Because Papa has fled Spain due to his political beliefs, the siblings and their mother must hide the truth in order to survive: someone might find out who they are, or--worse--why their father isn't home anymore. At last a letter from Father arrives, with a chance for their family to reunite in Venezuela ...
Dramatic oil-pastel illustrations and poignantly chosen words express the emotions of two children coming of age in a time of extremism and fear.
Based on the author's family history, this middle grade story is a stirring depiction of the Spanish Civil War, its tragic aftermath, and the timeless struggle for freedom from political violence.
DETAILS
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Different, A Story of the Spanish Civil War
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Written by Mónica Montañés, illustrated by Eva Sánchez Gómez and translated by Lawrence Schimel.
- Published by Erdman’s Books for Young Readers, November 1, 2022.
- Originally published in Spain by Ediciones Ekarâe in 2020 under title: Los distintos.
- Ages 10 to 14 years
- 0.49" H x 8.13" L x 6.64" W (0.64 lbs) 88 pages
- Hardcover
- Middle Grade Historical Fiction, World History
- Available to ship after November 1, 2022.
