"Martin de Porres: The Rose in the Desert" by Gary D. Schmidt tells the inspiring story of Martin de Porres, a 17th-century Dominican friar known for his deep compassion and selflessness. As the son of a Spanish nobleman and a freed slave, Martin faces discrimination and hardship. Despite these challenges, he dedicates his life to serving others, particularly the marginalized and the sick, in colonial Lima, Peru. His profound faith and love for humanity shine through as he works to bridge divides and promote justice, ultimately becoming a symbol of hope and a beloved saint in the Catholic tradition. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

There are 32 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2012 by Houghton Mifflin .

Gary D. Schmidt is an American children's writer of nonfiction books and young adult novels, including two Newbery Honor books and one Printz Honor award. He lives on a farm in Michigan and has six children. He is a Professor of English at Calvin College. Eve Bunting and David Diaz are the creators of Smoky Night, which was awarded the Caldecott Medal. They both live in Southern California.