Mango Street
"Mango Street" is a novel titled "The House on Mango Street" written by Sandra Cisneros. It tells the story of a young Latina girl named Esperanza Cordero growing up in a Chicago neighborhood. The book is structured as a series of vignettes, capturing Esperanza's experiences, dreams, and struggles as she navigates her identity and the challenges of her environment.
The narrative explores themes of gender, culture, and class, highlighting the complexities of life in a marginalized community. Through Esperanza's eyes, readers gain insight into her desire for a better life and her determination to break free from the limitations imposed by her surroundings.