Braided Roots: The interweaving of history, family, and a father's love

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Protection:
Filigrane

Année de parution:
2025

ISBN-13: 9781546110965

<P><B>A stunning, poetic debut picture book from Pasha Westbrook about honoring one’s roots and the unbreakable bond of familial love, brought to life with enchanting illustrations by Madelyn Goodnight.</B></P><P></P><P><I>Father braids my hair, just like his,</I></P><P><I>scented of coconut oil, the familiar tug of fingers on my scalp,</I></P><P><I>love in every twist...</I></P><P></P><P>As a young girl’s father lovingly yet painstakingly braids her hair, he weaves a story about the strength and resilience of their ancestors, Freedmen who walked the Trail of Tears from Mississippi to Oklahoma.</P><P></P><P>In this enchanting picture book, past and present come together in a tale about endurance, history, and love. With beautiful, sweeping illustrations by Madelyn Goodnight and debut author Pasha Westbrook's lyrical writing, <I>Braided Roots</I> tenderly explores the unwavering love between a father and daughter.</P>