The Glen Rock Book of the Dead

by Marion Winik

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In her author's note, Marion Winik writes that in Mexico on the Day of the Dead, "people build altars to their loved ones . . . they go to the cemetery and stay all night, praying, singing, drinking, wailing. They tell the sad stories and the noble ones; they eat cookies shaped like skeletons. They celebrate and mourn at once." Striking that balance, The Glen Rock Book of the Dead presents snapshot portraits of The Jeweler, The Driving Instructor,...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:1582436347

ISBN13:9781582436340

Release Date:December 2010

Publisher:Catapult

Length:128 Pages

Weight:0.25 lbs.

Dimensions:0.4" x 4.2" x 6.9"

Related Subjects

Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Education & Reference Memoirs Specific Groups Women

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