A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography.
When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out. But when he got a job tending the prison garden, a funny thing happened. He found new interests and skills--and a sense of dignity and fulfillment. Elliott transformed Alcatraz Island, and the island transformed him.
Told with empathy and a storyteller's flair, Elliott's story is funny, touching, and unexpectedly relevant. Back matter about the history of Alcatraz and the US prison system today invites meaningful discussion.
About the Author
Emma Bland Smith is the author of numerous children’s books, including Mr. McCloskey’s Marvelous Mallards, a Bank Street Center for Children's Literature Best Book; The Pig War, winner of the Towner Award; and Journey, winner of the Cook Prize; as well as other fiction and nonfiction books for children. Emma is also a librarian.
Susan Reagan grew up with a passion to draw and later earned her BFA in illustration from the Columbus College of Art and Design. Susan has illustrated several picture books, including Ready or Not, Here I Come!, Revolutionary Prudence Wright, and The Brilliant Calculator.
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