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by Robert Shetterly (Author, Illustrator) "ABRAHAM LINCOLN, in his Gettysburg Address, said that America is a country "... of the people, by the people, for the people..." (more)
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Grade 7-10 -Shetterly introduces 50 esteemed Americans through their portraits and quotes. Some-Helen Keller, Muhammad Ali, Eleanor Roosevelt, etc.-will be familiar to most readers, but historian Howard Zinn and peace activists Samantha Smith and Kathy Kelly will likely be new to them. Some quotes make more sense than others. Henry David Thoreau said, "The law will never make men free; it is men who have got to make the law free." How true. Molly Ivins says, "The best way to get the sons of bitches is to make people laugh at them." Uh, maybe sometimes. A few, taken out of context, hold little meaning. Dorothea Lange opined, "This is what we did. How did it happen? How could we?" At least one quote will have readers grabbing for the dictionary. Emma Goldman stated, "The greatest bulwark of capitalism is militarism." Fortunately, brief biographies are appended, helping to clarify many of the quotes. There is neither rhyme nor reason to the order of the individuals, as it is neither chronological nor alphabetical. Shetterly's fine illustrations, mostly somber, are fully realized. They go hand in hand with the quotes to acknowledge what the person was (or is) all about. This lovely portrayal will probably find its best use in enhancing civics classes. Because of its picture-book appearance, students might not gravitate to it on their own.-Anne Chapman Callaghan, Racine Public Library, WI
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Gr. 9-12. This heartfelt book, a series of portraits (now a traveling exhibit), grew out of soul-searching after 9/11; it is both striking and highly personal. A New England fine artist and illustrator, Shetterly painted 50 people he greatly admires--freedom fighters, activists, and patriots all--who demonstrate political and social principles that foster "the fundamental dignity and equal worth of every individual." Each bordered portrait, set against a plain colored background that enhances the painting's bright highlights and dark hues, is accompanied by a few words of identification and a quote from the person. Subjects are varied. Readers will know Sojourner Truth, Mark Twain, and, perhaps, Molly Ivins; but most won't have a clue about Howard Zinn, Noam Chomsky, or Amy Goodman--odd, unexpected choices for a YA book. Teens can find out more in thumbnail profiles at the back, but they won't be as lucky with the quotes; only a few are sourced--a real missed opportunity. The book may inspire artists or encourage discussions on activism in America, past and present, but it is best suited to large collections. Stephanie Zvirin
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Product Details

  • Reading level: Ages 9-12
  • Hardcover: 48 pages
  • Publisher: Dutton Juvenile (June 2, 2005)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0525474293
  • ISBN-13: 978-0525474296
  • Product Dimensions: 11.2 x 9.1 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #245,893 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Be Inspired, August 9, 2005
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I had the privilege of seeing the exhibit at Columbia University in June, 2005. It was elegant and inspiring. What makes America a great nation is our right to question the party line. Indeed, that's the only way progress has ever been made. I felt proud of my country walking around the magnificent setting of this display. These were and are courageous people.

The derogatory reviews on this website seem obsessed by notions of "Marxists" who "hate America," thus rendering the book "garbage," or worse. I suppose these folks want to keep young minds safe from the destructive thoughts of famous American traitors such as Dwight D. Eisenhower, Walt Whitman, Susan B. Anthony, Frederick Douglass, Chief Joseph, Martin Luther King, Jr., Henry Thoreau, Eleanor Roosevelt, Mark Twain, Helen Keller, John Muir, Woody Guthrie, Rachel Carson, Rosa Parks, and Bill Moyers, to name a few.

All Commies? Please! What are the detractors so afraid of? Can't they tolerate viewpoints that differ from theirs? The truth that America is not quite as "clean" as they'd like to believe? That we're a work in progress, and progress requires dissent, which involves uncomfortable soul searching?

See for yourself. Be inspired. Lord knows we need it now more than ever.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Disregard what you read as negative on this book....., August 20, 2005
...because this book is brilliant. Baseless, harpy reviews aside, this beautifully illustrated book is what America should be about. If one were to actually research what each of the members detailed in this book stood for, they'd realize that truth, integrity and honor are at the very core of their being.

The rants of the dissenters of this book sound amazingly Limbaugh and Coulter-esque, and therefore should be taken with a rather hefty grain of salt.
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30 of 32 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Words from a teacher and curriculum writer for this book, Michele Hemenway, August 20, 2005
The responses to the book, "Americans Who Tell the Truth" were of great interest to me, given that I have used the book in the classroom and also worked with the artist, Rob Shetterly here in Louisville. While here, Rob worked with a middle school and high school program, both well regarded. Additionally, I wrote a curriculum for other teachers to share and to explore that appears on the website.
Neither school where Rob Shetterly worked and teachers pursued the curriculum, could be perceived as organizations interested in anything more than asking children to think and to ponder their place as citizens of this country.
When I wrote the currriuclum that accompanies the book and is published on the website, it had not occurred to me that anyone would use the book to persuade children to "hate" their country or anyone else in the world, for that matter. It had not occurred to me that we would be teaching children anything other than a way to look honestly at the country they live in and to consider those things that might impact the future they would inheirit. Rob Shetterly, in my mind and in my classroom, helped my students to understand that their voice DID matter.
We had students who did not agree with many of the things said by individuals in the portraits or with Rob, himself. But this was never the point of the study. The intention was to allow students to see first hand , from Rob himself, that when one has a feeling about one's country that using the gifts you have to express those can inspire and give hope to others.
I will ask anyone who sees this otherwise to look at student comments on the website and I will invite them to write reviews here of their experience. One fifteen year old student shared in her evaluation that until now she had never wanted to be involved as a citizen; like so many others, she didnt' think she could make a difference. What she saw in the portraits of Abe Lincoln, Thoreau and Amy Goodman and the many others , was that it WAS possible to be heard. Another student asked me why he had never heard of many of these people. Why, indeed?
To honestly look at our country and say, where do we go from here? This is the beauty and gift of the book.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Rutgers University Project on Economics and Children
With his portraits, quotes, and biographies of fifty Americans who made the world a better place, Robert Shetterly has created a unique book that will encourage children and... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Yana V. Rodgers

5.0 out of 5 stars Profound sensitive portrayal for all ages
What an outstanding collection of individuals who have lived their truth with purpose and have definitely made a difference! Read more
Published 15 months ago by Betty Bostic Wohlford

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This book, written for children, should be read by adults. It presents ethical models that should inspire adults to face their fears and tell the truth... Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Speaking truth to power
It seems we spend so much time critizing current leaders in our household (what's not to critisize?). This was an opportunity to speak to my kids about truly great Americans.
Published 21 months ago by Tracy L. J. Wheeler

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for teenagers and adults alike
This book is more than a picture book; it offers beautiful, modern portraits of some amazing Americans throughout history, including the present. Read more
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4.0 out of 5 stars Highly individual look at American heroes
Shetterly profiles 50 Americans who have taken a stand -- some putting their lives on the line -- on behalf of others. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A "Must Have" book for patriotic Americans
Aside from the amazing portraits painted by Shetterly, there are also word portraits painted by the subjects themselves. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful book
No matter your political leaning, this book showcases some great quotations and portraits. I enjoyed it thoroughly.
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Why on earth do people find this book so threatening? As a father and teacher - and as an American citizen increasingly concerned by the deadly admixture of Christianity,... Read more
Published on August 23, 2005 by Chris Zimmerman

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