Publisher's Synopsis
The Village Shield: A Story of Mexico is a novel written by Ruth Gaines and published in 1917. The book tells the story of a small village in Mexico that is struggling to survive in the face of poverty and political unrest. The villagers are forced to rely on their own resourcefulness and ingenuity to make ends meet, and they are constantly at the mercy of corrupt officials and greedy landowners.The main character of the novel is a young girl named Maria, who is determined to help her community in any way she can. She becomes a leader among her peers, organizing protests and rallies to demand better treatment from those in power. Along the way, she learns valuable lessons about the importance of perseverance, courage, and self-sacrifice.The Village Shield: A Story of Mexico is a powerful and moving tale of a community struggling to survive in the face of adversity. It is a testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, and a reminder of the importance of standing up for what is right, even in the face of overwhelming odds.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
