Dreams of Freedom (Hardback)
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Dreams of Freedom (Hardback)

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Hardback 48 Pages
Published: 05/03/2015
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“ I have walked that long road to freedom. I have tried not to falter… I have taken a moment to rest, but I can only rest for a moment, for with freedom come responsibilities.” Nelson Mandela

“ If you are tired, keep going. If you are scared, keep going. If you are hungry, keep going. If you want to taste freedom, keep going.” Harriet Tubman

This inspirational book, following We Are All Born Free, contains 17 quotations about many different aspects of freedom, from the freedom to have an education to that not to be hurt or tortured, the freedom to have a home and the freedom to be yourself. All the chosen quotations  are in simple words that can be understood by young children.

Authors of the quotations include: Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, Harriet Tubman, Anne Frank, the Dalai Lama, Aung San Suu Kyi and Malala Yousafzai.

The book is illustrated by internationally acclaimed and award-winning illustrators, including Alexis Deacon, Chris Riddell, Ros Asquith, Jackie Morris and Shirin Adl from the UK, Barroux from France, Roger Mello from Brazil, Birgitta Sif from Iceland, aboriginal artist Sally Morgan from Australia and  Mordicai Gerstein from the USA. The cover is illustrated by best-selling author/illustrator Oliver Jeffers. 

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
ISBN: 9781847804532
Number of pages: 48
Dimensions: 275 x 240 mm


MEDIA REVIEWS

"There is much here to inspire children and adults, and many complex issues and emotions to discuss."

"The succinct text for each statement is profound in its brevity and this is an artform that can be explored in its own right."

"This book has a powerful message to be explored with young children and it is done in a uniquely sensitive way."

"This is a tremendous and moving book … It is a most inspiring read and what impresses one is the sense the book gives of there being many different versions of freedom – it is not, ever, just another word for nothing left to lose."Highlight of the Children's Buyer's Guide"Seventeen inspirational quotes  about freedom, illustrated by acclaimed names.""A stunning book, brimming with inspirational quotes coupled with a range of stunning and poignant illustrations, what’s not to love?...It colourfully captures the meaning behind this incredibly hard hitting set of quotations and highlights the many facets of freedom."Recommended in the Between the Covers column"Besotted""Utterly mesmerising quotes coupled with truly luxurious and involving illustrations. Once again, a book that belongs on every child's bookshelf."Selected as a Book We Love"The wealth of diversity - from the experiences relayed in the quotes from the freedom champions, to the spreads they come in - make this book a priceless gem.""Children’s literature can highlight important ideas, as ‘Dreams of Freedom’ illustrates… One to buy and keep.""This book has a powerful message to be explored with young children and it is done in a uniquely sensitive way.""The succinct text for each statement is profound in its brevity and this is an artform that can be explored in its own right.""There is much here to inspire children and adults, and many complex issues and emotions to discuss."

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