Name: Ban This Book
SKU: 49068705
Price: 724.00 TWD
Availability: InStock
Author: Alan Gratz
ISBN: 9780765385567

Type

Physical Book

Author

Alan Gratz

Publisher

Starscape Books

Language

English

Pages

256

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

21.6x14.7x2.3 cm

Weight

0.32 kg.

ISBN13

9780765385567

Synopsis "Ban This Book"

You're Never Too Young to Fight Censorship! In Ban This Book by Alan Gratz, a fourth grader fights back when From the Mixed-Up Files of Mrs. Basil E. Frankweiler by E. L. Konigsburg is challenged by a well-meaning parent and taken off the shelves of her school library. Amy Anne is shy and soft-spoken, but don't mess with her when it comes to her favorite book in the whole world. Amy Anne and her lieutenants wage a battle for the books that will make you laugh and pump your fists as they start a secret banned books locker library, make up ridiculous reasons to ban every single book in the library to make a point, and take a stand against censorship. Ban This Book is a stirring defense against censorship that's perfect for middle grade readers. Let kids know that they can make a difference in their schools, communities, and lives! "Readers, librarians, and all those books that have drawn a challenge have a brand new hero.... Stand up and cheer, book lovers. This one's for you. --Kathi Appelt, author of the Newbery Honor-winning The Underneath "Ban This Book is absolutely brilliant and belongs on the shelves of every library in the multiverse."--Lauren Myracle, author of the bestselling Internet Girls series, the most challenged books of 2009 and 2011 "Quick paced and with clear, easy-to-read prose, this is a book poised for wide readership and classroom use."--Booklist A stout defense of the right to read. --Kirkus Reviews "Gratz delivers a book lover's book that speaks volumes about kids' power to effect change at a grassroots level. --Publishers Weekly

Alan Gratz

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Alan Gratz is a renowned American writer specialized in young adult novels that combine history, adventure, and relevant social issues. Born in Knoxville, Tennessee, and holding a Master of Fine Arts, Gratz has captivated young readers with works like "Refugees", "Prisoner B-3087", and "Code of Honor", translated into several languages and internationally awarded.

With an engaging and well-researched narrative, his books address topics such as war, migration, and justice, fostering empathy and reflection. He currently lives in Asheville, North Carolina, with his family, where he continues to write and share stories that inspire new generations.

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