Hands Around the Library: Protecting Egypt's Treasured Books (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780803737471)

The inspiring true story of demonstrators standing up for the love of a library, from a New York Times bestselling illustrator

In January 2011, in a moment that captured the hearts of people all over the world, thousands of Egypt's students, library workers, and demonstrators surrounded the great Library of Alexandria and joined hands, forming a human chain to protect the building. They chanted "We love you, Egypt " as they stood together for the freedom the library represented.

Illustrated with Susan L. Roth's stunning collages, this amazing true story demonstrates how the love of books and libraries can unite a country, even in the midst of turmoil.

Author: Karen Leggett Abouraya
ISBN-10: 0803737475
ISBN-13: 9780803737471
Publisher: Dial Books
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2012
Pages: 40
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 9.10h x 10.70w x 0.50d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 5.1
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 153893 / Hands Around the Library: Protecting Egypt's Treasured Books

Award: Middle East Book Awards - Winner

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/01/2012
Publishers Weekly 07/02/2012 pg. 65
Booklist 09/01/2012 pg. 103
School Library Journal 09/01/2012 pg. 167
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2013 pg. 181 - Recommended, Satisfactory