A collection of three folktales which reflect the diverse heritage within the Puerto Rican culture.

When the youngest son succeeds in capturing the dazzling seven-color horse that has been trampling his father's fields, the horse bargains for his freedom by granting the young man three favors.

"In this treasure chest of remarkable stories, celebrated author Alma Flor Ada offers inspiring reflections on a unique childhood and the island where she grew up. These true tales are filled with family love and traditions, secrets and deep friendships. Told through the eyes of a child, they bring a whole world to life for the reader: the blind great-grandmother who never went to school, but whose wisdom and generosity overflowed to those around...