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A follow-up to "We Are All Born Free", this includes 17 quotations about many different aspects of freedom, from the freedom to have an education to the freedom not to be hurt or tortured. The quotations come from Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King, the Dalai Lama, Aung San Suu Kyi and many others. Co-published with Amnesty International, to whom all royalties will be donated. Ages: 8+
About the author
Amnesty International is a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human rights. AI has a varied network of members and supporters around the world. At the latest count, there were more than 2.2 million members, supporters and subscribers in over 150 countries and territories in every region of the world. Although they come from many different backgrounds and have widely different political and religious beliefs, they are united by a determination to work for a world where everyone enjoys human rights.
Summary
This inspirational book, following We Are All Born Free, contains 17 quotations about many different aspects of Freedom, from the freedom to have an education to the freedom not to be hurt or tortured, the freedom to have a home and the freedom to be yourself. All the quotations have been chosen to be understood and appreciated by children.
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"This is a tremendous and moving book … It is a most inspiring read and what impresses one is the sense the book gives of there being many different versions of freedom – it is not, ever, just another word for nothing left to lose."
Highlight of the Children's Buyer's Guide
"Seventeen inspirational quotes about freedom, illustrated by acclaimed names."
"A stunning book, brimming with inspirational quotes coupled with a range of stunning and poignant illustrations, what’s not to love?...It colourfully captures the meaning behind this incredibly hard hitting set of quotations and highlights the many facets of freedom."
Recommended in the Between the Covers column
"Besotted"
"Utterly mesmerising quotes coupled with truly luxurious and involving illustrations. Once again, a book that belongs on every child's bookshelf."
Selected as a Book We Love
"The wealth of diversity - from the experiences relayed in the quotes from the freedom champions, to the spreads they come in - make this book a priceless gem."
"Children’s literature can highlight important ideas, as ‘Dreams of Freedom’ illustrates… One to buy and keep."
"This book has a powerful message to be explored with young children and it is done in a uniquely sensitive way."
"The succinct text for each statement is profound in its brevity and this is an artform that can be explored in its own right."
"There is much here to inspire children and adults, and many complex issues and emotions to discuss."
