Library's review
A poignant story of an eight-year-old girl and her sister in Afghanistan who, instead of attending school, weave rugs until their ngers bleed and await the call of the owl telling them their day of labor is over.
Genres
Publication
Sleeping Bear Press (2009), Edition: Illustrated, 32 pages
Description
For generations the women of Zulviya's family have earned their living by weaving rugs by hand. During one work day, Zulviya will tie thousands of knots. As she sits at her work, Zulviya weaves not one but two patterns. The pattern on the loom will become a fine rug. She weaves a second pattern in her mind.
Awards
Society of Midland Authors Award (Nominee — Children's Fiction — 2010)
The Best Children's Books of the Year (Five to Nine — 2010)
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2009
Pages
32
Physical description
32 p.; 11 x 9 inches
ISBN
1585364185 / 9781585364183
DDC/MDS
| 677.64309581 |