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Perez y Martina

Perez y Martina

Children's BooksFolklore
Pages
64
Published
1991
Language
Spanish
Prose complexity
2/10

Vibe

WhimsicalHeartwarmingSad
Coming of Age

Genres

Children's Books Folklore

About the author

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Pura Belpré

Pura Belpré was a writer and librarian who brought Puerto Rican folklore to a wider audience. Her work includes the Prentice Hall Literature--Bronze textbook series, which introduced many young readers to classic and contemporary stories.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Perez y Martina a retelling of an older story?

    This book is a well-known adaptation of a traditional Puerto Rican folktale, bringing the classic story of the cockroach Martina and the mouse Perez to a new generation of readers.

  • What makes Pura Belpré's version of Perez y Martina notable?

    Pura Belpré was the first Puerto Rican librarian in New York City and a pioneer in preserving and sharing Puerto Rican folklore. Her rendition of Perez y Martina is celebrated for its authentic cultural voice and its role in introducing these stories to a wider audience.