The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time IndianA New York Times bestseller—over one million copies sold! A National Book Award winner A Boston Globe-Horn Book Award winner Bestselling author Sherman Alexie tells the story of Junior, a budding cartoonist growing up on the Spokane Indian Reservation. Determined to take his future into his own hands, Junior leaves his troubled school on the rez to attend an all-white farm town high school where the only other Indian is the school mascot. Heartbreaking, funny, and beautifully written, The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian, which is based on the author's own experiences, coupled with poignant drawings by Ellen Forney that reflect the character's art, chronicles the contemporary adolescence of one Native American boy as he attempts to break away from the life he was destined to live. With a forward by Markus Zusak, interviews with Sherman Alexie and Ellen Forney, and black-and-white interior art throughout, this edition is perfect for fans and collectors alike. |
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User Review - steve02476 - LibraryThingA fine book! So glad it’s on many high school reading lists. I saw the author speak a few months ago so I felt like I was hearing his voice as I was reading. Read full review
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User Review - Castlelass - LibraryThingJunior, a young Native American, has had a rough time in life from the time he was born. While living on the rez, a teacher approaches him with the idea that he would benefit from going to the high ... Read full review