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Barefoot Heart by Elva Treviño Hart is a memoir documenting the Treviño family’s experiences as migrant farm workers, moving between Texas, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. It shares the hardships and resilience of Hart's childhood, highlighting her family's struggle with poverty while emphasizing the importance of education and hard work. Despite the adversities, Hart excels academically, culminating in her graduation as valedictorian and earning a degree from Stanford University.