Sounder
Sounder by William H. Armstrong is a revised edition published by Harper Collins on June 9, 1995. This 128-page book presents the poignant story of a young African-American boy living in the 19th-century South, whose life is profoundly affected by the struggles of his family and the bond with his loyal coon dog, Sounder. The narrative explores themes of hardship and resilience as the boy’s father, a sharecropper, faces the challenges of providing for his family during difficult times.
Readers will find a rich exploration of the boy’s experiences as he navigates sorrow and faith amidst adversity. The story begins with a moment of hope when the family prepares a meal, only to be disrupted by an encounter with the sheriff that alters their lives forever. Sounder touches on significant topics such as family, community, and the impact of societal challenges, making it a notable work within juvenile fiction. This edition is presented in English and is suitable for those interested in classic literature that addresses important social themes.
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The Powerful Newbery Award-Winning Classic
A landmark in children’s literature, winner of the 1970 Newbery Medal, and the basis of an acclaimed film, Sounder traces the keen sorrow and the abiding faith of a poor African-American boy in the 19th-century South. The boy’s father isa sharecropper, struggling to feed his family in hard times. Night after night, he and his great coon dog, Sounder, return to the cabin empty-handed. Then, one morning, almost like a miracle, a sweet-smelling ham is cooking in the family’s kitchen. At last the family will have a good meal. But that night, an angry sheriff and his deputies come, and the boy’s life will never be the same.
A landmark in children’s literature, winner of the 1970 Newbery Medal and the basis of an acclaimed film, Sounder traces the keen sorrow and the abiding faith of a poor African-American boy in the 19th-century South.
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