Letters To A Prisoner [Hardcover]

Told entirely through illustrations,Letters to a Prisoneris a wordless story about the power of hope and the written word. Inspired by Amnesty Internationals letter-writing campaigns to help free people who have been jailed for expressing their opinion, the book tells the story of a man who is arrested during a peaceful protest. In solitary confinement, he begins to despairuntil a bird delivers a letter of support written by somebody outside the prison. Every day more missives arrive until the prisoner escapes his fate on wings made of letters.

Simple illustrations convey plenty of rich symbolism to provoke thought and discussion. A letter from the author provides more information about Amnesty Internationals Write for Rights campaign.JACQUES GOLDSTYNhas earned a high profile in Quebec- and French-language media as an illustrator and political cartoonist. He is a regular contributor toLes D?brouillardsand has twice won Le Grand Prix du Journalisme Ind?pendant for editorial illustration. Universal... An elegant picture book tribute to the power of organizing and the plight of political prisoners, best suited for older readers. A first purchase. An inspiring, thought-provoking story about the power of the written word, especially fitting for anyone addressing social justice issues with children. This deserves to be everywhere children are learning about the wider world.

• Sophisticated wordless picture book that explores letter-writing and human connection
• Shows the power of the written word to drive change
• Ties to social justice curriculum and current events
• Key resource for International Human Rights Day, December 10th

Goldstyn was inspired by the letter-writing campaigns of human rights organization Amnesty International. His book is an accessible and inspiring tribute. The pen is mightier than the sword lives on. A stunning wordless ode to those whose voices have been unjustly silenced, Lel“&