Nour's Secret Library

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Title: Nour's Secret Library Author: Wafa' Tarnowska ISBN: 9781646862917 Publisher: Barefoot Books Published: 2022 Binding: Hardcover Language: English Condition Note: New from the publisher Publisher Description: ★ "A beautiful and poignant coming-of-age book . . . Based on the author's and illustrator's personal experiences, this unique war story is full of hope and resilience that shines through even the worst of situations" - School Library Journal, starred review Forced to take shelter when their Syrian city is plagued with bombings, young Nour and her cousin begin to bravely build a secret underground library. Based on the author's own life experience and inspired by a true story, Nour's Secret Library is about the power of books to heal, transport and create safe spaces during difficult times. Illustrations by Romanian artist Vali Mintzi superimpose the colorful world the children construct over black-and-white charcoal depictions of the battered city. Show more