Length4h 54m
About this audiobook
Recipient of a 1993 Newbery Honor, this novel is an achingly beautiful, powerfully rendered journey through childhood that is not to be missed, now available in a new edition with a striking new cover.
“From an outstandingly perceptive writer, a moving portrait of a boy, observed at four revealing turning points.” -- Pointer Review/Kirkus Reviews
“Combines fast, exciting action with an astonishing ending that proves the power of the individual imagination.” -- Starred Review/ALA Booklist""Asa—possessed of rare sweetness, humor, and inner strength—survives intact cruel tests of his integrity, intellect, and sense of decency. From an outstandingly perceptive writer, a moving portrait of a boy, observed at four revealing turning points."" —K. ""Told with controlled imagery, insightful illumination of motive and the needs of his characters, Brooks has proven himself once again a master of language."" —BL.
1993 Newbery Honor Book
Notable Children's Books of 1993 (ALA)
1993 Best Books for Young Adults (ALA)
1993 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book)
1993 Teachers' Choices (IRA)
1993 Books for the Teen Age (NY Public Library)
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (1K)
Includes Goodreads
GenreOther
Length4 hrs 54 mins
Narrated byJohn McDonough
FormatAudiobook
Publish dateSep 8, 2009
LanguageEnglish
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