Before John Was a Jazz Giant

The Lightning Dreamer: Cuba's Greatest Abolitionist

Soaring Earth: A Companion Memoir to Enchanted Air

Bravo!: Poems About Amazing Hispanics

Jazz Owls: A Novel of the Zoot Suit Riots

Singing with Elephants

Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave

Queen of Freedom: Defending Jamaica

This book tells the story of Juan Francisco Manzano, a slave who became a poet. Despite the hardships and cruelty of his life, Manzano found hope and freedom in his poetry. His words offer a unique perspective on slavery and life in 19th century Cuba.

Empowerment

Perseverance

Courage

Identity

National Pride

The Poet Slave of Cuba: A Biography of Juan Francisco Manzano

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Bravo!: Poems About Amazing Hispanics

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