Barefoot Heart: Stories of a Migrant Child

by Elva Treviño Hart
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Good Books rating 4.25
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  • ID: 7535
  • Added: 2025-12-14
  • Updated: 2025-12-14
  • Publisher: Bilingual Review Press (AZ)
  • Published: 1999-01-01
  • Reviews: 3

Barefoot Heart offers a deeply personal and evocative account of a child's life within a family of Mexican-American migrant farm workers. The narrative vividly captures the struggles and triumphs of a community that moves between Texas and Minnesota in search of work and a better life. Through the eyes of a child, the book paints a vivid picture of the harsh realities and the enduring spirit of the migrant experience. /n/n The memoir is not just a story of hardship but also a testament to the resilience and warmth of the family and community bonds that sustain them. It provides a unique perspective on the cultural and social dynamics of migrant life, offering readers a profound and moving journey into a world often overlooked.

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Matthew Trader · Matthew Trader · 2013-04-28
inspiring 4.50

The book is a compelling journey through the author's life as a Mexican-American migrant farmworker, offering insights into the prejudices and challenges faced. It is both educational and emotionally engaging.

Matthew Trader's review delves into the author's life as a Mexican-American migrant farmworker, highlighting the prejudices and challenges she faced. The narrative is not just a personal account but also an educational journey that sheds light on the broader issues of migration and cultural identity. The book is both heartfelt and informative, making it a valuable read for those interested in understanding the migrant experience. The author's journey is inspiring, and the book's ability to educate and engage makes it a standout memoir.

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    Barefoot Heart is about Elva Treviño Hart's life as a Mexican-American migrant farmworker during the '50s and '60s...

    This book allows people to get a better understanding of children from migrant parents.

    The story was great and very entertaining.

Publishers Weekly · 2009-04-02
affecting 4.00

The memoir is both expressive and affecting, highlighting the struggles and triumphs of a migrant family. It is a poignant reflection on childhood and cultural heritage.

Publishers Weekly highlights how this memoir is both expressive and affecting, capturing the essence of a childhood spent in the shadows of migrant labor. The author's reflections on her family's struggles and her own journey are poignant and deeply moving. It's a story that not only sheds light on the migrant experience but also celebrates the resilience and strength of those who endure such hardships. The narrative is both heartfelt and enlightening, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in personal stories of perseverance and cultural identity.

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    Hart's expressive and remarkably affecting memoir concerns her childhood as the daughter of Mexican immigrants...

    A powerful collection of vignettes by a successful career woman who looks back on her childhood...

    This book allows people to get a better understanding of children from migrant parents.

Goodreads · 1999-01-01
moving 4.25

The book offers a vivid and heartfelt account of growing up in a migrant family, providing a unique perspective on resilience and cultural identity. It is praised for its authenticity and emotional depth.

This memoir is a powerful narrative that captures the essence of a migrant child's life, filled with both hardships and moments of joy. The author's ability to convey her experiences with such raw honesty makes the book deeply moving and relatable. It's a story that resonates with anyone who has faced adversity and found strength in their roots. The vivid descriptions and emotional depth make it a standout read, offering a window into a world often overlooked.

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    A vividly told autobiographical account of the life of a child growing up...

    The story was great and very entertaining.

    I was amazed at how good the book was.

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