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Bone by Bone by Bone
Overview
FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN WHITE AND BLACK in 1950s Tennessee. Tony Johnston draws on her own childhood memories to limn a portrait of a sensitive and compassionate boy fighting for a friendship his father forbids.
David's daddy is determined that his son will grow up to be a doctor like himself. David studies the human bones, and secretly teaches them in turn to his black friend, Malcolm. In a rage, Dr. Church forbids Malcolm to ever enter their home--and threatens to kill him if he does. David tries to change his daddy's mind. but when Malcolm crosses the line, Dr. Church grabs his shotgun.Customers Also Bought
Details
- ISBN-13: 9781596431133
- ISBN-10: 159643113X
- Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
- Publish Date: August 2007
- Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.8 x 0.9 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.85 pounds
- Page Count: 192
- Reading Level: Ages 12-18
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