Here I Stand: Stories that Speak for Freedom - Hardcover

Amnesty International UK

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 140635838X ISBN 13: 9781406358384

Publisher: Walker Books, 2016

Synopsis

Inspired by the 800-year anniversary of the signing of the Magna Carta, a selection of writers - in conjunction with Amnesty International UK - explore the rights and freedoms still lacking in today's society, covering issues such as gender equality, race hatred, surveillance, identity and freedom of speech. Contributors include: Tony Birch, John Boyne, Sita Brahmachari, Kate Charlesworth, Sarah Crossan, Neil Gaiman, Jack Gantos, Matt Haig, Frances Hardinge, Jackie Kay, AL Kennedy, Liz Kessler, Elizabeth Laird, Amy Leon, Sabrina Mahfouz, Chibundu Onuzo, Bali Rai, Chris Riddell, Mary and Brian Talbot, Christie Watson and Tim Wynne-Jones.

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Review:

Here I Stand is a compelling collection of stories, poems and graphic narratives commissioned by Amnesty to explore different aspects of our human rights. [...] each contribution presents a human rights issue in a thought-provoking and original way * Amnesty.org.uk * "A valuable message is forcefully conveyed. No doubt a useful source book for stressing the value of civil rights and personal freedom and the importance of safeguarding them." * SLA * "This is an amazing book. It sends out a real message that we all deserve freedom and the right to choice. I loved how each story was different. [...] It highlights the power of books to change lives." * Teen Titles, reader review * "This volume represents a most laudable project" * The School Librarian * Reading them [the stories] was both compelling and repelling - I was drawn into each narrative, but I was saddened that humans were still enduing such suffering, and I felt helpless about what I could do. buying this book is a start, as all royalties go to Amnesty International, which works to protect human rights around the world. * Juno * This powerful book [...] Here I Stand will leave you with plenty to think about. * The Week Junior * They are not always easy to read, but read them we should, for the close our eyes to reality means we are living in a fools' paradise. Never think you can do nothing, there are petitions, people to write to, to talk to. * Newbury Weekly News * Here I Stand includes short stories and poems which explore some of the most important human rights issues facing young people today, * rightsinfo.org * groundbreaking compendium [...] It combines beauty with reality and hope with despair in a way that provokes discussion about human rights, in a highly readable format that will engage even the most reluctant or least academic. [...] exploring these pages is even more highly recommended, as awareness is the most powerful weapon. * Bianca's Book Blog * A thought-provoking collection of short stories and poems, celebrating freedoms or quietly mourning their loss... It has the force of several one-inch punches, delivered without pause. * The Guardian *

Book Description:

A varied and thought-provoking collection of short stories and poems for teens with a conscience, with striking cover illustrations by award-winning children's laureate Chris Riddell

About this edition

• Publisher: Walker Books
• Publication date: 2016
• ISBN 10: 140635838X
• ISBN 13: 9781406358384
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 240