Parrot In The Oven
No. of pages 240
Published: 2004
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"Parrot in the Oven: The Pot of Gold" by Victor Martinez is a coming-of-age story set in a Latino neighborhood in California. The protagonist, Manny, navigates the challenges of adolescence while grappling with his identity and the complexities of his family's struggles. As he deals with issues like poverty, gang influences, and the pressure to conform, Manny learns valuable lessons about resilience, love, and self-acceptance. Through vivid imagery and poignant storytelling, the novel captures the essence of growing up in a marginalized community, highlighting both the beauty and the struggles of immigrant life. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
There are 240 pages in this book. This book was published in 2004 by HarperCollins Publishers Inc .
This book has been nominated for the following award:
United States National Book Award
This book was recognised by the United States National Book Award.