Unbound: The Life and Art of Judith Scott
$41.63
- Hardcover
40 pages
- Release Date
17 August 2021
Summary
A moving and powerful introduction to the life and art of renowned artist, Judith Scott, as told by her twin sister, Joyce Scott and illustrated by Caldecott Honor artist, Melissa Sweet.
Judith Scott was born with Down syndrome. She was deaf, and never learned to speak. She was also a talented artist. Judith was institutionalized until her sister Joyce reunited with her and enrolled her in an art class. Judith went on to become an artist of renown with her work displayed in museums an…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780525648116 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0525648119 |
| Author: | Joyce Scott, Brie Spangler |
| Publisher: | Random House USA Inc |
| Imprint: | Knopf Books for Young Readers |
| Format: | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages: | 40 |
| Release Date: | 17 August 2021 |
| Weight: | 396g |
| Dimensions: | 254mm x 203mm |
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Critics Review
“Told in an order that allows readers to appreciate Judy the way Joyce does, this book’s creators successfully render a personal story of love, nurture, and individual gifts.” —Publishers Weekly, starred review
“A sweet yet troubling account of sisterhood and the power of art.” —Kirkus Reviews
About The Author
Joyce Scott
Joyce Wallace Scott is an educator, RN, development specialist, and published poet. She serves on the advisory board of the Creative Growth Art Center in Oakland, California, and is currently involved in establishing the first program for artists with disabilities in Bali, dedicated to her sister’s memory. She lives in Dutch Flat, California, with her husband.
Brie Spangler graduated from the Rhode Island School of Design and is the author-illustrator of two picture books, Peg Leg Peke and The Grumpy Dump Truck. She also wrote a YA novel, Beast.
Melissa Sweet is the Caldecott Honor artist of A River of Words by Jen Bryant, The Sleepy Little Alphabet by Judy Sierra, and Mrs. Harkness and the Panda by Alicia Potter, among others. She is also the author-illustrator of Balloons Over Broadway, which was awarded a Robert F. Sibert Medal.
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