Like Water for Chocolate Audiobook by Laura Esquivel - $6 - (Clinton, NC)
like new Detailed item infoSynopsisEarthy, magical, and utterly charming, this tale of family life in turn-of-the-century Mexico became a best-selling phenomenon with its winning blend of poignant romance and bittersweet wit. The classic love story takes place on the De la Garza ranch, as the tyrannical owner, Mama Elena, chops onions at the kitchen table in her final days of pregnancy. While still in her mother's womb, her daughter to be weeps so violently she causes an early labor, and little Tita slips out amid the spices and fixings for noodle soup. This early encounter with food soon becomes a way of life, and Tita grows up to be a master chef. She shares special points of her favorite preparations with listeners throughout the story. From the Hardcover edition., This delightful mix of food, magic, and love will leave listeners spell-bound.Product IdentifiersISBN-100553472550ISBN-139780553472554Key DetailsAuthorLaura EsquivelEdition DescriptionAbridgedFormatCassettePublication Date1994-01-01LanguageEnglishPublisherRandom House Audio Publishing GroupPublication Year1994DimensionsWeight9.5 OzHeight1.5 In.Width4.4 In.Length7.2 In.Target AudienceGroupTradeClassification MethodDewey Decimal863.6/4Dewey Edition21ContributorsRead byYareli ArizmendiReviewsReviews"A tall-tale, fairy-tale, soap-opera romance, Mexican cookbook and home-remedy handbook all rolled into one,Like Water For Chocolateis one tasty entree from first-time novelist Laura Esquivel." --San Francisco Chronicle
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