Miners' Lament
A Story of Latina Activists in the Empire Zinc Mine Strike
By Judy Dodge Cummings | Publisher: North Star Editions
About the book
Ana Maria Garcia writes a corrido about her mother’s death, the injustices her Mexican American mining community faces, and her experiences on the picket line in the hopes of winning a talent show, saving her treasured vihuela, and earning money for rent.
Editions of Miners' Lament
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9781631635342
Read an Excerpt
Ana Maria Garcia writes a corrido about her mother’s death, the injustices her Mexican American mining community faces, and her experiences on the picket line in the hopes of winning a talent show, saving her treasured vihuela, and earning money for rent.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Miners' Lament about?
Ana Maria Garcia writes a corrido about her mother’s death, the injustices her Mexican American mining community faces, and her experiences on the picket line in the hopes of winning a talent show, saving her treasured vihuela, and earning money for rent.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Miners' Lament?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage: Personal and social topics > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Diversity, equality, equity and inclusion > Children’s / Teenage personal and social topics: Prejudice and intolerance
Where can I read a sample of Miners' Lament?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9781631635342
Is Miners' Lament part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series I am America Set 4
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Miners' Lament?
Judy Dodge Cummings
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Miners' Lament is available as hardcover(ISBN 9781631635342)
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