The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
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2 008
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ALSC announces 2008 Notable Children's Books
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009 - 19:00
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1 752
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Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
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Written by Peter Sís. Illus. by the author. Published by Farrar.
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In his deeply felt memoir set in mid-20th century Prague, Sís contrasts the constrictive walls of the communist state with his personal quest for artistic freedom. The 2008 Sibert Medal Book, a 2008 Caldecott Honor Book, and a YALSA Best Book for Young Adults.
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The Wall: Growing Up Behind the Iron Curtain
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9780374347017
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Book
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Wednesday, September 16, 2009 - 10:06
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Thursday, September 24, 2009 - 10:11
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218
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