From the perspective of the young adult he was then, Francisco Jiménez
describes the challenges he faced in his efforts to continue his
education.
During his college years, the very family solidarity that allowed
Francisco to survive as a child is tested. Not only must he leave his
family behind when he goes to Santa Clara University, but while
Francisco is there, his father abandons the family and returns to
Mexico. This is the story of how Francisco coped with poverty, with his
guilt over leaving his family financially strapped, with his self-doubt
about succeeding academically, and with separation. Once again his
telling is honest, true, and inspiring.