In the 19th century, genoa, italy, a young boy named marco must endure separation from his mother anna who departs for work in argentina to evade high taxes and an intense economic crisis. despite being left at home with his father-a doctor at the city hospital-marco can't help but miss his mom. when anna abruptly stops writing, marco becomes worried about her wellbeing and decides to embark on a solo journey of over 10,000 miles to argentina in search of her. this story takes readers through an exhilarating adventure across the atlantic, andes mountains, and spiritual boundaries as we witness marco's growth into adulthood.
Marcos friend is also known as Mr. Peppinos second daughter. She helps her father with his puppet theater business and takes care of their youngest daughter, Julietta....