The House on Mango Street

*The House on Mango Street* by Sandra Cisneros is a coming-of-age novel told through a series of short vignettes. It explores the life of Esperanza, a young Latina girl, as she grows up in a Chicago neighborhood. The book addresses themes of identity, community, dreams, and the desire for a better life. Through vivid, poetic language, it captures her experiences with family, cultural roots, and the struggles of adolescence, emphasizing the importance of hope and self-discovery while confronting social and economic challenges.