Publisher's Synopsis
Have you ever wondered how certain animals got their uniqueness? Each and every animal is different, having their own special attributes to make them special. A fox, for example, has a fluffy and beautiful tail, while a frog has long, strong legs. Every animal has something special for their purpose in life.
The Raccoon and the Angel is a story about the uniqueness of animals. Manuel Hasani Gonzalez's story is a folklore tale about how the raccoon got his mask. The raccoon believed he was different because he did not have special characteristics like his other animal friends. He soon learns his difference is what makes him special. About the Author
Manuel Hasani Gonzalez is 9 years old and is currently in the fourth grade. Gonzalez lives in El Paso, Texas, with his parents, Deborah Green-Gonzalez and Manuel German Gonzalez. Gonzalez enjoys going to church, playing the piano and violin, writing, reading, and drawing.
While he is an aspiring artist and writer, Gonzalez's real passion is playing with and taking care of animals. He believes God uses animals to teach us about life and hopes to one day become a veterinarian.
The Raccoon and the Angel is Gonzalez's first book.
