Never Forgotten
Never Forgotten by Patricia C. McKissack is a poignant picture book published by Random House Children’s Books on October 11, 2011. This first edition, comprising 48 pages, presents a lyrical story-in-verse set in West Africa, focusing on the harrowing experience of a young boy who is kidnapped and sold into slavery, alongside the emotional journey of his father left to mourn his loss.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family, memory, and freedom, capturing the deep connections that transcend time and circumstance. The book is designed to resonate with African American families, offering a reflective look at historical events through a personal lens. With its rich illustrations by the award-winning husband-and-wife team Leo and Diane Dillon, this edition serves as both a visual and literary keepsake.
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A 2012 Coretta Scott King Author Honor Book
This gorgeous picture book by Newbery Honor winner Patricia C. McKissack and two-time Caldecott Medal-winning husband-and-wife team Leo and Diane Dillon is sure to become a treasured keepsake for African American families. Set in West Africa, this a lyrical story-in-verse is about a young black boy who is kidnapped and sold into slavery, and his father who is left behind to mourn the loss of his son. Here’s a beautiful, powerful, truly unforgettable story about family, memory, and freedom.
“Forceful and iconic,” raves Publishers Weekly in a starred review.
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