La Juanita

• Theme


  The theme of the story revolves around bravery, resilience, and the bonds of community. Despite facing a sudden storm during the regatta, the characters show courage and resourcefulness.
• Mandeville


  A small town
• New Camelia steamer


  • Arrives from New Orleans every evening at five o'clock
  • A big event in Mandeville
• People gather at the pier

  1. To meet the boat

  2. Get the latest news and mail
• La Juanita


  A beloved local girl
• La Juanita plans to meet her sweetheart Mercer

  At the pier
• La Juanita


  • Pride of Mandeville
  • Known for her beauty and charm
• Grandpere Colomes disapproves of La Juanita's relationship with Mercer


  Especially because Mercer plans to enter a boat named "La Juanita" in the upcoming regatta
• Regatta


  1. Storm approaches

  2. Mandeville braces for the worst
• La Juanita watches anxiously as the boats race


  Hoping Mercer will be safe
• Storm hits


  1. Mercer shows bravery and skill

  2. Leads the boats to safety in a nearby inlet
• When the storm passes and all the boats return safely

  Mercer is hailed as a hero
• La Juanita and Mercer share a tender moment


  Mandeville celebrates the bravery of its sailors
• Story by 


  Alice Dunbar