The Truth of Me: About a Boy, His Grandmother, and a Very Good Dog - Brossura

MacLachlan, Patricia

Brossura

ISBN 10: 0061998613 ISBN 13: 9780061998614

Casa editrice: Katherine Tegen Books, 2015

Riassunto

Patricia MacLachlan, Newbery Medal–winning author of Sarah, Plain and Tall, weaves a poignant story that celebrates how our unique "small truths" make each of us magical and brave in our own ways.

When Robbie spends the summer at his grandmother Maddy's house, he revels in his grandmother's easy, relaxed ways. Robbie has always felt as if something is missing in his life—his parents don't always act like they love him. Maddy helps him understand that an experience his mother had long ago is at the heart of the problem in his family. With this knowledge, Robbie finds the courage to try to make things right.

Publishers Weekly Best Children's Book
ALA Booklist Notable Children's Books Nominee
New York Public Library's 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing

Su questo libro

Recensione:

“Brief but emotionally intense...MacLachlan demonstrates her mastery of elegantly unfolding a tale and gently plucking at readers’ heartstrings without taking a maudlin tone.” (Publishers Weekly (starred review))

“A spare, poetically composed tale written in short chapters perfect for beginning read-it-alone readers, this should resonate with young and old alike―and makes for a great intergenerational story to share.” (ALA Booklist)

“An elegant exploration of love and familial relationships...This story is well paced and rhythmic in its dialogue, lending itself well to a group read-aloud.” (School Library Journal)

L'autore:

Patricia MacLachlan is the celebrated author of many timeless novels for young readers, including Newbery Medal winner Sarah, Plain and Tall; Word After Word After Word; Kindred Souls; The Truth of Me; The Poet’s Dog; and My Father’s Words. She is also the author of countless beloved picture books, a number of which she cowrote with her daughter, Emily. She lives in Williamsburg, Massachusetts.

Su questa edizione

• Editore: Katherine Tegen Books
• Data di pubblicazione: 2015
• ISBN 10: 0061998613
• ISBN 13: 9780061998614
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 114