Nampa Public Library partners with PBS for iconic book anniversary

Staff Report / nampalocal.org

The Nampa Public Library announced a partnership with WTTW and local PBS stations to celebrate the 40th Anniversary Edition of "The House on Mango Street" by Sandra Cisneros. This week, PBS Books featured Sandra Cisneros as the Library of Congress 2024 National Book Festival author.

"The House on Mango Street" follows the story of Esperanza Cordero, who navigates her identity while growing up in Chicago. This novel has been adored by readers from various backgrounds for the past 50 years.

The Library of Congress National Book Festival is set to take place on Saturday, August 24 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. The event is free and open to the public. The festival will feature discussions, book signings, and other literary activities. #NatBookFestNampa Public Library was live.



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