The Pearl
The Pearl
In chapter 2, what is Jauna praying for and why? What text Evidence suggests this?
In chapter 2, what is Jauna praying for and why? What text Evidence suggests this?
Juana prayed that they would find a pearl, after which they could pay the doctor to heal Coyotito.
She had not prayed directly for the recovery of the baby- she had prayed that they might find a pearl with which to hire the doctor to cure the baby, for the minds of people are as unsubstantial as the mirage of the Gulf.
The Pearl