Looking Back: A Book Of Memories - Softcover

Lowry, Lois

Softcover

ISBN 10: 054493248X ISBN 13: 9780544932487

Publisher: Young Readers Paperback, 2017

Synopsis

(star) "A compelling and inspirational portrait of the author emerges from these vivid snapshots of life's joyful, sad and surprising moments."--Publishers Weekly, starred review In this moving autobiography, Lois Lowry explores her rich history through personal photographs, memories, and recollections of childhood friends. Lowry's writing often transports readers into other worlds. Now, we have the opportunity to travel into the real world that is her life. This edition features a refreshed design, an introduction by bestselling author Alice Hoffman, and material from Lois from the past twenty years, including the making of The Giver movie.

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Review:

"A rare album memoir for both children and adults."--The New York Times Book Review

"A compelling and inspirational portrait of the author emerges from these vivid snapshots of life's joyful, sad and surprising moments."--Publishers Weekly, Starred

"Much more intimate than many traditional memoirs."--School Library Journal

From the Back Cover:

People are constantly asking Newbery medalist Lois Lowry where she gets her ideas. In this fascinating memoir, Lowry answers this question through her recollections of childhood friends and through pictures and memories that explore her rich family history. She recounts the pivotal moments that inspired her writing, describing how they magically turned into fiction along the complicated passage called life. Lowry's fans, and anyone interested in understanding the process of writing fiction, will benefit from this poignant trip through the past and the present of a remarkable writer.

About this edition

• Publisher: Young Readers Paperback
• Publication date: 2017
• ISBN 10: 054493248X
• ISBN 13: 9780544932487
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 272