The Long March: The Choctaw's Gift to Irish Famine Relief - Couverture rigide

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ISBN 10 : 1885223714 ISBN 13 : 9781885223715

Synopsis

Book by Fitzpatrick MarieLouise

A propos du livre

Revue de presse

"The story will leave readers astonished and deeply affected." -Kirkus Reviews"[Marie-Louise Fitzpatrick's] striking black-and-white drawings capture the events and show great respect and dignity for all of the characters and their concerns. The words and illustrations work together extremely well, presenting the story in a clear and compelling manner."-School Library Journal"Marie-Louis Fitzpatrick tells a story of the heart-a story that holds the promise of life and keeps our eyes always focused on a brighter future. This story is a lesson for all people around the world today."-Gregory E. Pyle, Chief of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma

Présentation de l'éditeur

"This deeply moving work quietly and effectively underscores the drama and pathos of a little-known historical episode. In 1847 the Choctaw, themselves impoverished, raised $170 (the equivalent of more than $5ooo today) to aid the Irish, then in the throes of the great potato famine." -Publishers Weekly, Starred Review• Endorsed by the Choctaw Nation.• A Smithsonian Notable Book for Children, 1998.• Children's Books of Ireland BISTO Book of the Year Merit Award, 1999.

From the Trade Paperback edition.

Détails de l'édition

• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1885223714
• ISBN 13: 9781885223715
• Reliure: Relié
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
• Personne responsable: non disponible