145th Street: Short StoriesAuthor :
Paperback
Published : Tuesday 14 February 2012
Description
From the award-winning author of Monster, this collection of powerful and poignant stories about 145th Street—an unforgettable block in the heart of Harlem—celebrates African-American life in all of its glory.
"Myers is a master." —The New York Times Book Review
On Harlems 145th Street, things happen that dont happen anywhere else in the world.
Get to know Big Joe, whos throwing his own funeral while hes here to enjoy it, and everyones invited. Meet Kitty and Mack, teens with a love story more real than anything theyve ever known. Follow Monkeyman, the quietest kid on the block and the last person youd expect the Tigros gang to target. And dont miss the block party of the year--the whole neighborhood will be there.
From danger and despair to hilarity and joy, literary legend Walter Dean Myers captures every mood and every beat of life in this vibrant Harlem.
This twentieth-anniversary edition of Myerss work features brand-new content, including historical information about Harlems rich past, an immersive map of the neighborhoods iconic landmarks, and touching tributes from authors, artists, and literary legends. Celebrating two decades in print, this edition honors Myerss enormous legacy and brings his work to a new generation of readers.
An ALA-YALSA Best Book for Young Adults
AWARDS FOR WALTER DEAN MYERS:
New York Times Bestselling Author
3-Time National Book Award Finalist
Michael L. Printz Award
5 Coretta Scott King Awards
2 Newbery Honors
National Ambassador for Young People’s Literature (2012-2013)
Margaret A. Edwards Award for Lifetime Achievement
Children’s Literature Legacy Award
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