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"Remarkable. The sparse, simple story feels timeless and universal, and the illustrations are as important to telling the tale as is the text. This is a book to be lingered over and savored." — Debbie Stoller, BUST“ 'I want to be brave, and different.' Das’s memoir spills over the boundaries and scope of typical picture books, and her honesty and empathy are instantly palpable."— Publishers Weekly" Das debuts with illustrations done in a distinctive Indian style paired to a brief meditative text—part memoir, part artist’s statement, part rumination—on women’s personal journeys." — KirkusOn a train journey to a large city, a young woman notices a very poor girl. Who is she? Where is she going? What does her future hold? Hope Is a Girl Selling Fruit is a gentle, reflective account of a young woman’s thoughts and feelings as she comes into contact with the larger world. The rich imagery takes the story into another realm, inviting the reader to interpret it at many levels. Young Indian artist Amrita Das pushes the boundaries of her traditional art to radical new ends as she muses on women’s mobility, class, and choices.

Hardcover: 28 pages

Publisher: Tara Books (April 15, 2014)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 9383145021

ISBN-13: 978-9383145027

Product Dimensions: 0.4 x 9 x 9.8 inches

Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)

Best Sellers Rank: #1,056,827 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #243 in Books > Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Difficult Discussions > Homelessness & Poverty #711 in Books > Children's Books > Geography & Cultures > Explore the World > Asia #4880 in Books > Children's Books > Growing Up & Facts of Life > Friendship, Social Skills & School Life > Girls & Women

Age Range: 10 and up

Grade Level: 5 - 9

Beautiful book in new condition. Keepsake in any child's library.

Das has painted in the Mithila tradition of art, which originated from women living in rural Bihar. Das builds on traditional style and creates a compelling story. Her art illustrates her personal journey and the journey she imagines of an impoverished girl she met on a train. The story honors the traditions of women in her culture but also questions the confines of their lives. Even the girl who represents hope is a mixed metaphor -- the art beautiful, the life it portrays hard. It's a deep and lovely book on all accounts. If you'd like to read a blog post on Tara Press, check out my blog: http://www.joycorcoran.com/2014/10/tara-books-slender-art-galleries-on.html

Beautifully simple yet extremely profound. Women of all ages will enjoy this special story. This is a book that will always be treasured and loved!

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