I, Juan de Pareja

Firefly & Fern Summary

This Newbery Medal-winning novel tells the compelling true story of Juan de Pareja, an enslaved man in 17th-century Spain who becomes an accomplished artist despite tremendous obstacles. Through vivid historical storytelling, young readers will discover how courage, talent, and determination can transform a life, while gaining insight into a fascinating period of art history and the resilience of the human spirit.