Publication
Arthur A. Levine Books (2007), Edition: Illustrated, 128 pages
Description
In this wordless graphic novel, a man leaves his homeland and sets off for a new country, where he must build a new life for himself and his family.
Subjects
Awards
Hugo Award (Nominee — 2008)
Locus Award (Finalist — Art Book — 2008)
BCCB Blue Ribbon Book (2007)
Kentucky Bluegrass Award (Nominee — Grades 9-12 — 2009)
Aurealis Award (Winner — 2006)
Indies Choice Book Award (Honor Book — Children's Literature — 2008)
USBBY Outstanding International Book (Grades 6-8 — 2008)
CBCA Book of the Year (Notable Book — Picture Book — 2007)
New South Wales Premier's Literary Award (Winner — 2007)
Virginia Readers' Choice (Nominee — High School — 2009)
IBBY Honour Book (2010)
The White Ravens (2007)
Australian Book Industry Awards (Shortlist — 2007)
Rhode Island Teen Book Award (Nominee — 2009)
Deutscher Jugendliteraturpreis (Nominee — 2009)
CYBILS Awards (Finalist — 2007)
Pingprisen (2012)
Best Fiction for Young Adults (Selection — 2008)
CCBC Choices (2008)
Notable Children's Book (2008)
Great Graphic Novels for Teens (Top Ten — 2008)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2006
Pages
128
Physical description
128 p.; 11.8 inches
ISBN
0439895294 / 9780439895293
DDC/MDS
| 741.5 |