"This original Hispanic folktale is skillfully told, and is solidly
and colorfully steeped with imagery of earth and sky. Both the Spanish
and English read gracefully, and the poetic use of language suits the
story well for telling. An excellent discussion starter, dealing as
it does with issues of the differences between people and respect for
nature, the book has a natural place in multicultural and environmental
units." —School Library Journal
"An excellent addition to any folklore collection; one of the handsomest
yet of this publisher's fine multicultural books." —Kirkus Reviews
"The story is beautifully told in each language with little impetus,
if any, being lost in the translation." —MultiCultural Review
"Surreal illustrations, calling to mind a stylistic mixture of William
Joyce and Karen Barbour, highlight the richness of the folktale convention
and perfectly capture a sense of place." —Publishers Weekly
"Powerfully illustrated by Fernando Olivera, whose work is reminiscent
of the early 20th century Mexican artist José Clemente Orozco,
principle and integrity flow through this story like the river that
Lucia literally wears in her lovely black hair." —San Francisco
Chronicle
"Luminous, dreamlike paintings perfectly complement the text."
—Parenting Magazine
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