Burn My Heart by Beverley Naidoo (English) Paperback Book

Description: Burn My Heart by Beverley Naidoo The Mau Mau - name of a secret society that once struck terror into the hearts of British settlers in Kenya. An episode in history that ended in a State of Emergency, with violent and brutal acts dividing a nation. This book tells the story of how in a country riven by fear and prejudice, even best of friends can betray one another. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A powerful and personal story of friendship and betrayal, set against a violent episode in Britains colonial past, by Carnegie Medal winner, Beverley Naidoo.The Mau Mau - the name of a secret society that once struck terror into the hearts of British settlers in Kenya. An episode in history that ended in a State of Emergency, with violent and brutal acts dividing a nation.This is an intensely personal and vivid story of two boys- one black, one white. Once they were friends even though their circumstances are very different. But in a country riven by fear and prejudice, even the best of friends can betray one another . . .Internationally acclaimed and award-winning author Beverley Naidoo explores new territory in this beautifully realized and moving story set in Britains colonial past. Notes This story about friendship and betrayal is set in Kenya during the Mau Mau uprising, and is by the award-winning author of The Other Side Of Truth. Ages: 11+. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world. Guardian Author Biography South African author Beverley Naidoo was exiled from her home country when she was a student in 1965, for campaigning against apartheid. Her first childrens novel, JOURNEY TO JOBURG, was banned in South Africa when it was published in 1985 and only available there after the release of Nelson Mandela from jail in 1991. It was however published in many other countries around the world and widely praised for its eloquent, moving and accessible story. Her later novel, THE OTHER SIDE OF TRUTH, won the Carnegie Medal in 2000 and she has written many other acclaimed books for children. Beverley lives in the UK. Review Sometimes you have to break the rules, particularly when those rules are based on prejudice. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world * Guardian *Naidoo shows her ability to take stories that are hot off the press, give them emotional depth and raise questions about society and our own responsibilities to each other -- on Web of Lies * Books for Keeps *A wonderfully accessible story laced with powerful messages of family commitment and human rights. Beverley Naidoos own South African origins and subsequent exile in London provide heartfelt spine to this book -- Jon Snow on , winner of the Carnegie Medal * The Other Side of Truth * Prizes Winner of Carnegie Medal 2000 Runner-up for Smarties Book Prize 2000 Review Text Sometimes you have to break the rules, particularly when those rules are based on prejudice. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world Review Quote sometimes you have to break the rules, particularly when those rules are based on prejudice. Naidoo breaks the rules, producing books for young people which recognize that they want to know about the real world Guardian Naidoo shows her ability to take stories that are hot off the press, give them emotional depth and raise questions about society and our own responsibilities to each other Details ISBN0141321245 Author Beverley Naidoo Pages 208 Year 2007 ISBN-10 0141321245 ISBN-13 9780141321240 Format Paperback Publication Date 2007-07-05 Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 823.914 Media Book Short Title BURN MY HEART BEVERLEY NAIDOO Language English Illustrations None Imprint Penguin Books Ltd UK Release Date 2007-07-05 Publisher Penguin Random House Childrens UK Audience Age 12-17 Alternative 9780141904801 Audience Children / Juvenile NZ Release Date 2007-08-06 AU Release Date 2007-08-06 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:14693430;

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