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Doña Fela's Dream: The Story of Puerto Rico's First Female Mayor

By Monica Brown
Illustrators Illustrated by Rosa Ibarra Edition

Hardcover edition

Publisher Hachette Book Group Imprint Little, Brown BFYR ISBN

9780316178358

Doña Fela's Dream: The Story of Puerto Rico's First Female Mayor

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he inspiring story of Doña Fela, an enterprising woman who broke barriers and stopped at nothing to make the island of Puerto Rico a better home for all.



Though she was born before women on her island were allowed to vote, Felisa Rincón de Gautier did not let that stop her from becoming the first female mayor of San Juan, Puerto Rico, in 1946. Easily spotted on the streets of San Juan by her flair and the jasmine flowers braided into her hair, she radiated style and grace. Doña Fela, as she affectionately came to be called, loved her city.



Doña Fela was always ready to listen to problems and find solutions. With determination and resilience, she brought lasting change to the island. Doña Fela’s inspiring story as a visionary leader is brought to life on the page through stunning paintings that evoke the vibrant colors and culture of Puerto Rico.



Author's note, with photograph. Glossary. Illustrator's note. Full-color illustrations done in oil paint on canvas.
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