Mother Zoe is more than a biography; it is a reflection on caregivers, those women who play the role of mothers to children in the context of homes not their own. Through her moving stories, the author shares her personal history with Zoíta—as she affectionately calls her—but also invites us to reflect on the figure of these women in Argentine society: an invisible role and, often, an unrecognized one. “Zoe was a mother to me, and reliving our story allowed me not only to honor her but also to shed light on the stories of other 'Zoes' who, in silence, have cared for and raised children with love. I hope this book awakens readers' own memories and that we learn to value those bonds we often take for granted.”

Author: Constanza Oxenford