Books like I lived on Butterfly Hill by Marjorie Agosín
When a militaristic, sadistic government seizes control of Chile, 12‑year‑old Celeste must leave her homeland for safety. Her parents are forced into hiding, fearing disappearance as the regime hunts dissidents. Celeste’s journey to America is fraught with uncertainty and hope, spotlighting the human toll of political unrest and the resilience of refugee families.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: History/Modern History
Authors: Marjorie Agosín
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