early in the story, before dawn
Kino's Morning Awakening
Kino awakens in the near dark of his brush house in La Paz. He observes his wife Juana and their baby Coyotito sleeping, and listens to the morning sounds of the Gulf of California. The Song of the Family plays in his mind, a melody of safety and warmth. This opening establishes the family's simple, harmonious life and Kino's deep connection to his people's musical traditions.