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An American Story
- Narrated by: Stacy Gonzalez
- Length: 11 mins
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An American Story
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Publisher's Summary
#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author of The Undefeated, Kwame Alexander, pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history.
From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people's struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book honors what has been and envisions what is to be.
With stunning mixed-media illustrations by newcomer Dare Coulter, this is a potent book for those who want to speak the truth. Perfect for family sharing, the classroom, and homeschooling.
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What the critics say
"Beautifully crafted and brutally honest, this offers a thoughtful introduction to a necessary topic."
—Booklist, starred review
"With powerful art from a bold new talent, this is a probing and sensitive take on a devastating chapter of U.S. history."—Kirkus, starred review
"Alexander and Coulter have created a powerful counternarrative in their efforts to answer the question, 'How do you tell a story about slavery?'”—Horn Book