The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba's Struggle for Freedom Summary
Margarita Engle

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The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba's Struggle for Freedom Summary

"The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba's Struggle for Freedom" is a book of poems from the perspective of those involved in the wars for Cuba's independence. It reveals what life was like during the nineteenth century for both Cubans and the Spanish that fought for control of this jungle island.

Part One is mainly from the perspective of Rosa. Rosa is a young girl who many believe to be a witch...

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