The poet slave of Cuba a biography of Juan Francisco Manzano Cover Image

E-audiobook

The poet slave of Cuba sound recording a biography of Juan Francisco Manzano / Margarita Engle.

Summary:

Juan Francisco Manzano was born in 1797 into the household of wealthy slave owners in Cuba. He spent his early years at the side of his owner's wife, entertaining her friends. His poetry was his outlet, reflecting the beauty and cruelty of his world. Written in verse.

Record details

ISBN: 9780307583055
ISBN: 9780307583086 (sound recording : OverDrive Audio Book)
ISBN: 0307583082 (sound recording : OverDrive Audio Book)
Physical Description: 1 CD, 2hrs. 5 min.,
Publisher: [New York] : Listening Library, 2009.

Content descriptions

General Note:	Downloadable audio file. Unabridged. Includes a historical note and poetry selections from Juan Francisco Manzano, read by the author.
System Details Note:	Requires OverDrive Media Console Requires OverDrive Media Console (WMA file size: 29849 KB). Mode of access: World Wide Web.