Riot
Andrew Salkey
(Author)
William Papas
(Illustrator)
Description
Gerald Manston and his friends Shifty and Fu lead pretty uneventful lives until the arrival of the upheaval. When the opportunity arrives for a better way of life, the poor folks of Kingston, Jamaica--including Gerald--cannot resist the lure of excitement, danger, and change. This touching story not only discusses political issues, but also promotes family values.Product Details
Price
$14.95
Publisher
Peepal Tree Press
Publish Date
June 23, 2011
Pages
172
Dimensions
5.3 X 8.1 X 0.8 inches | 0.0 pounds
Language
English
Type
Paperback
EAN/UPC
9781845231811
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About the Author
Andrew Salkey was a writer, a poet, a teacher, and a broadcaster for the BBC on the Caribbean Voices program. As a descendant of Jamaican parents, he was deeply involved in the Caribbean Artists Movement. He is the author of numerous books, including "Anancy's Score," "Come Home Malcolm Heartland," " In the Hills Where Her Dreams Live," and "Jamaica."
Reviews
"A cleverly constructed story of mounting tension." --"Junior Bookshelf", on the original edition
