The Undefeated
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The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander
The Newbery Award-winning author of THE CROSOVER pens an ode to black American triumph and tribulation, with art from a two-time Caldecott Honoree.Originally performed for ESPN's The Undefeated, this poem is a love letter to black life in the United States. It highlights the unspeakable trauma of slavery, the faith and fire of the civil rights movement, and the grit, passion, and perseverance of some of the world's greatest heroes. The text is also peppered with references to the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, and others, offering deeper insights into the accomplishments of the past, while bringing stark attention to the endurance and spirit of those surviving and thriving in the present. Robust back matter at the end provides valuable historical context and additional detail for those wishing to learn more.
"[T]his magnificent anthem to the courage and genius of black Americans has been turned into a picture book with stunning portraits by Nelson...communicating clearly that when black lives matter, America is stronger." --Publishers Weekly, STARRED review "Alexander's poetry possesses a straightforward, sophisticated, steady rhythm that, paired with Nelson's detail-oriented oil paintings, carries readers through generations...An incredible connector text for young readers eager to graduate to weighty conversations about our yesterday, our now, and our tomorrow." --Kirkus, STARRED review "A beautiful volume that encourages multiple viewings and further research...With a lengthy roster of accolades and best-seller credits between them, this untouchable duo's book will fly off the shelf." --Booklist, STARRED review "Alexander and Nelson honor the achievements, courage, and perseverance of ordinary black people as well as prominent black artists, athletes, and activists....creating a through-line from past to present." --The Horn Book, STARRED review "[A] poignant and powerful ode to the resilience and strength of black life and history in America.... Alexander and Nelson present an exceptionally moving and triumphant work. This book is an essential first purchase." --School Library Journal, STARRED review
Kwame Alexander is the New York Times Bestselling author of 25 books, including Rebound, the critically acclaimed prequel to the 2015 Newbery Medal-winning The Crossover. The recipient of the 2017 Inaugural Pat Conroy Legacy Award, Kwame lives with his family in Virginia. www.kwamealexander.com Twitter: @kwamealexander Instagram: @kwamealexander Kadir Nelson is a two-time Caldecott Honor recipient. Among his other awards are an NAACP Image Award, and the 2009 and 2014 Coretta Scott King Author Award. His work has appeared in The New York Times, Sports Illustrated, and The New Yorker. He lives in Los Angeles, CA. www.kadirnelson.com Twitter: @kadirnelson Instagram: @kadirnelson
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9781328780966 |
| ISBN 10 | 1328780961 |
| Title | The Undefeated |
| Author | Kwame Alexander |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company |
| Year published | 2019-04-24 |
| Number of pages | 40 |
| Prizes | Winner of Caldecott Medal 2020, Winner of Coretta Scott King Award (Illustrator) 2020, Commended for Newbery Medal (Children's) 2020, Commended for Golden Kite (Picture Book Text) 2020, Commended for Kirkus Prize (Young Readers) 2019, Short-listed for National Book Awards (Young People's Lit.) 2019 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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