Noche de humo
Noche de humo by Eve Bunting is a poignant children’s book published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1999. This first edition, written in Spanish, spans 40 pages and presents a child’s perspective on urban violence through a heartfelt narrative and striking illustrations.
In this story, a young boy and his mother must leave their apartment during a night of rioting in Los Angeles, highlighting themes of community and resilience amid chaos. As fires and looting unfold, neighbors who typically avoid each other come together, driven by concern for their safety and missing pets. The book combines elements of action and adventure with a humorous touch, making it a unique exploration of city life and the impact of disturbances on everyday existence.
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En este clásico moderno, galardonado con la medalla Caldecott, un niño y su madre se ven obligados a dejar su apartamento por la seguridad de un albergue durante una noche de disturbios.
In this Spanish language edition of a modern classic, Eve Bunting’s heartfelt story and David Diaz’s dramatic illustrations create a compelling child’s-eye view of urban violence. A young boy and his mother are forced to flee their apartment during a night of rioting in Los Angeles. Fires and looting force neighbors–who have always avoided one another–to come together in the face of danger and concern for their missing pets. David Diaz was awarded the Caldecott Medal for his bold acrylic paint and photo-collage illustrations.
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