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Off the Beaten Track

Maylis de Kerangal author Tom Haugomat illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:Greystone Books,Canada

Published:21st Oct '21

Should be back in stock very soon

Off the Beaten Track cover

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A breathtaking mountain adventure, in which a boy finds his inner strength, from the author of the critically-acclaimed, award-winning novel The Heart  Paul is ten years old and lives with his aunt and uncle. Bruce, an old family friend, suddenly reappears after three years of silence, eager to keep a promise he made to Paul to take him on a three-day mountain trek.  Paul longs for Bruce’s friendship and wants badly to prove himself. But he is also timid and unsure, and Bruce—who is better at doing than explaining—doesn’t make it any easier. A dramatic event gives Paul the chance to find his inner strength, and to show himself and everyone else what he is capable of. This uniquely illustrated coming-of-age story for teens can help create thought-provoking discussion about:  Finding independence, resiliency, and self-confidence  The importance of guidance and mentorship from trusted adults  An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

“Gentle, heartfelt … [This book’s] universal themes of family and separation are especially resonant as we cope with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.” —Booklist “[A] story about home, independence, and love … brought to life with stunning watercolor illustrations.” —Quill & Quire “Lovely artwork… A sentimental holiday story told by a parent as he learns to let go.” —Kirkus Reviews “Quietly affecting….accessible….speaks gently to the inner thoughts of children tackling nature’s challenges.” —School Library Connection

ISBN: 9781771646857

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: unknown

40 pages