Maria’s Island

by Victoria Hislop

Maria tells the story of the misunderstood disease of leprosy and how people who are different are treated.

Themes

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  • Stigma
  • Shame
  • Respect
  • Disease
  • Leprosy
  • Fear
  • Hope
  • Courage
  • Love
  • Survival
  • Friendship