Blancaflor (Graphic Novel)

Part of the TOON Latin American Folktales series

A hidden heroine aids a clueless prince, defying her ogre father's warnings.

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52 pages· 2,366 words· Est. 27 min read

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Bookroo's summary

Blancaflor, raised by a fearsome ogre father, hides her extraordinary powers to avoid scaring suitors. When a hapless prince literally falls into her life, she secretly uses her abilities to aid him. Can she help him without revealing her true strength? This tale of hidden talents and daring rescues celebrates the unseen contributions of women and Indigenous cultures, offering a fresh twist on a classic Latin American folktale.

From the publisher

One of the New York Times Best Children’s Books of 2021A Children’s Book about finally being seen. Blancaflor, a superb graphic storytelling of a classic Latin American folktale, showcases the invisible labor of women and the contributions of Indigenous cultures. A damsel to the rescue! Raised by a mean ogre of a father who eats his opponents for dinner, Blancaflor is often told not to show off her own considerable powers for fear of scaring off suitors. When a prince falls from the sky and wakes up in her lap, she is spellbound and moves heaven and earth to help the endearing, yet not so clever, young man, all while trying not to let him know. With their trademark magnificent brio, Nadja Spiegelman and Sergio García Sánchez update a classic tale extolling the strength and resourcefulness of women. The award-winning TOON Latin American Folktales series highlights authentic Latin American stories and cultures, bringing them a to a new generation of graphic novel fans around the world.

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