Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis (English) Mass Market Paperback Book

Description: Elijah of Buxton by Christopher Paul Curtis Eleven-year-old Elijah lives in Buxton, Canada, a settlement of runaway slaves near the American border. Hes the first child in town to be born free, and he ought to be famous just for that. Unfortunately, all that most people see is a "fra-gile" boy whos scared of snakes and talks too much. But everything changes when a former slave steals money from Elijahs friend, who has been saving to buy his family out of captivity in the South. Now its up to Elijah to track down the thief--and his dangerous journey just might make a hero out of him, if only he can find the courage to get back home. FORMAT Mass Market Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Eleven-year-old Elijah lives in Buxton, a settlement of runaway slaves in Canada, near the American border. Hes the first child in town to be born free, and he ought to be famous just for that. Unfortunately, all that most people see is a fragile boy whos scared of snakes and talks too much. But everything changes when a former slave steals money from Elijahs friend, who has been saving to buy his family out of captivity in Americas South. Now its up to Elijah to track down the thief - and his dangerous journey just might make a hero out of him, if only he can find the courage to get back home. Author Biography Christopher Paul Curtis was born in Flint, Michigan, and grew up there. "Bud, Not Buddy," his second novel, winner of the 2000 Newbery Medal and the Coretta Scott King Author Award, is available in a Delacorte hardcover edition. "From the Paperback edition." Review "As in his previous novels, Curtis is a master at balancing the serious and the lighthearted... His latest book is another natural award candidate and makes an excellent case, in a story positively brimming with both truth and sense, for the ability of historical fiction to bring history to life." -- New York Times Book Review "Heres a pre-Civil War history lesson wrapped in an adventure story." -- USA Today "Curtis has created a vivid setting that is easy to imagine. When the action begins, youll want to race through the pages." -- The Washington Post * "This is Curtiss best novel yet, and no doubt many readers, young and old, will finish and say, This is one of the best books I have ever read." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review * "Many readers drawn to the book by humor will find themselves, at times, on the edges of their seats in suspense and, at others, moved to tears. A fine, original novel from a gifted storyteller." -- Booklist, starred review * "This arresting, surprising novel of reluctant heroism is about nothing less than nobility." -- The Horn Book, starred review * "Curtiss talent for dealing with painful periods of history with grace and sensitivity is as strong as ever." -- School Library Journal, starred review "Elijah of Buxton is sure to become a classic -- for readers of all ages." -- BookPage "The Newbery Medal judges should just go ahead and put Christopher Paul Curtis on speed dial." -- The Christian Science Monitor "Curtis is a genius storyteller..." -- Detroit Free Press Review Quote "As in his previous novels, Curtis is a master at balancing the serious and the lighthearted... His latest book is another natural award candidate and makes an excellent case, in a story positively brimming with both truth and sense, for the ability of historical fiction to bring history to life." -- New York Times Book Review "Heres a pre-Civil War history lesson wrapped in an adventure story." -- USA Today "Curtis has created a vivid setting that is easy to imagine. When the action begins, youll want to race through the pages." -- The Washington Post * "This is Curtiss best novel yet, and no doubt many readers, young and old, will finish and say, This is one of the best books I have ever read." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review* "Many readers drawn to the book by humor will find themselves, at times, on the edges of their seats in suspense and, at others, moved to tears. A fine, original novel from a gifted storyteller." -- Booklist , starred review* "This arresting, surprising novel of reluctant heroism is about nothing less than nobility." -- The Horn Book , starred review* "Curtiss talent for dealing with painful periods of history with grace and sensitivity is as strong as ever." -- School Library Journal , starred review"Elijah of Buxton is sure to become a classic -- for readers of all ages." -- BookPage "The Newbery Medal judges should just go ahead and put Christopher Paul Curtis on speed dial." -- The Christian Science Monitor "Curtis is a genius storyteller..." -- Detroit Free Press Description for Library In 1859, eleven-year-old Elijah Freeman, the first free-born child in Buxton, Canada, which is a haven for slaves fleeing the American south, uses his wits and skills to try to bring to justice the lying preacher who has stolen money that was to be used to buy a familys freedom. Details ISBN0439023459 Author Christopher Paul Curtis Short Title ELIJAH OF BUXTON Publisher Scholastic Paperbacks Language English ISBN-10 0439023459 ISBN-13 9780439023450 Media Book DEWEY FIC Year 2009 Publication Date 2009-02-28 Imprint Scholastic US Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States Alternative 9780739370957 Format Mass Market Paperback Residence Windsor, Ontario, -CN Pages 341 Audience Age 9-12 DOI 10.1604/9780439023450 Audience Children/Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:17573698;

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