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A Gift from Greensboro by Skip Hill, Quraysh Ali Lansana

nicolemillo's review

5.0

This simple poem is a lovely account of friendship triumphing in spite of an oppressive backdrop of racial hatred*. The illustrations fit the subdued, introspective tone perfectly. And, although it feels a little sombre, it also has a strong feeling of hope. I loved it.

*It is based on the author's real friendship with two boys represented as one in the poem.