![]() Richly hued, luminescent illustrations radiate from the pages an introduction and author’s note provide additional information. The mysteries and miracles of the season are kept at bay this simple narrative spells everything out, resulting in a primer on the tradition. The story takes a supernatural twist when Sister Angie discovers that the figures in the church’s manger scene have come to life, temporarily, for the procession. ![]() When Lupe and Roberto finally show up, the other couple is nowhere to be found. After several rebuffs, the couple arrives at the gates of the courtyard these open and the entire assembly enters to celebrate. The whole village participates in the procession, from the singers who follow Mary and Joseph, to the “devils” who attempt to prevent the weary travelers from finding lodging. However, a couple arrives just in time to take the place of the missing players. When Sister Angie becomes ill and Lupe and Roberto become stranded in a heavy snowstorm, it seems as if the celebration will be delayed. Sister Angie is overjoyed when her niece Lupe and her husband are selected to play Mary and Joseph-here, Maria and José-for Las Posadas, the reenactment of the journey into Bethlehem. ![]() A wondrous occurrence, an ancient tradition, and an elderly nun’s abiding faith are the basis of this moving Chirstmas tale from dePaola (26 Fairmount Avenue, p. ![]()
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