Esperanza: My Journey Thither And What I Found There (1860)

By Thomas Low Nichols and Valentine Nicholson Publisher

Book Overview

Esperanza: My Journey Thither And What I Found There is a novel written by Valentine Nicholson and published in 1860. The story follows the journey of the protagonist, Esperanza, a young woman who leaves her home in Mexico to travel to the United States. Along the way, she encounters various challenges and obstacles, including discrimination, violence, and poverty.Despite these difficulties, Esperanza remains determined to achieve her goals and find a better life for herself. Along the way, she meets a diverse cast of characters, including other immigrants, Native Americans, and people from all walks of life.Throughout the novel, Nicholson explores themes of identity, belonging, and the struggle for social justice. Esperanza's journey is a powerful testament to the resilience and strength of the human spirit, and the novel remains a timeless classic of American literature.Overall, Esperanza: My Journey Thither And What I Found There is a compelling and thought-provoking read that offers a unique perspective on the immigrant experience in the United States. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of immigration and the ongoing struggle for social justice in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166187209
• ISBN13: 9781166187200
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 340 Pages
• Weight: 1.00 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"