Alma Flor Ada Quotes

“There are four categories of questions: those dealing with stealing, happiness, wealth, and finally, those dealing with giving. However, these issues are inherently linked, so it is natural for some overlap and exchange between themes.”

“Set against a Central American background, this is a story of love and faith in the human spirit. ...”

“Juan makes his living as a thief. He hears Dona Josefa, an old woman, who works as a healer in her town, declare that she is the ‘richest woman in the world.”

“While at first glance, the notion of stealing may seem black and white, several moral complications are worth exploring. While some members of our society enjoy great affluence, others are burdened with poverty.”

“Trying to steal Doña Josefa’s gold, Juan follows this generous curandera through the countryside.”

“In the story, a rich man had to choose between going away to save his fortune or staying with his dying wife.”

“By exploring these philosophical issues and deldeeper ving into a deeper understanding of our own individual views, one can hope to develop a stronger sense of community and intrinsic satisfaction.”

“Our society has twisted to place extreme emphasis on material wealth how we ought to derive happiness from that wealth.”

‘This is the story of Juan the Thief whose pursuit of an old lady’s riches teaches him the value of helping others.”

“Juan follows her, determined to take her money, for he believes that the money will make him happy.”

“In the process, he is affected by the beauty of the natural world around him, the goodwill of the people who work the fields, and the spirit of the healer he is pursuing.”