; ;

Biblioburro: A True Story from Colombia

Based on the true story of Luis Soriana, who lives in a remote town in northern Colombia, this colorful, primary version, of his amazing saga of bringing books to villages leaves the reader inspired and uplifted.  Starting in 2000, Luis and his two burros began bringing a collection of 70 books to the villagers.  Three hundered people, more or less, look forward to weekly visits of the self-made burro librarian.  Luis understands about the power of story.  “People around here love stories, I’m trying to keep that spirit alive in my own way.” – Luis Soriana.  The illustrations are done in a bright folk art style that is delightfully charming and connects to the ethnicity of that part of the world.  My son-in-law just finished building a book lending box in his Northgate neighborhood, of Seattle.   Luis, I believe, would be very happy.