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Cargando... Terry Fox and Mepor Mary Beth Leatherdale
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"Before Terry Fox become a national hero and icon, he was just a regular kid. But even then, his characteristic strength, determination and loyalty were apparent and were the foundation for his friendship with Doug. The two first met at basketball tryouts in grammar school. Terry was the smallest--and worst--basketball player on the court. But that didn't stop him. With Doug's help, Terry practiced and practiced until he earned a spot on the team. As they grew up, the best friends supported each other, challenged each other, helped each other become better athletes and better people. Doug was by Terry's side every step of the way: when Terry received a diagnosis of cancer in his leg, when he was learning to walk--then run--with a prosthetic leg and while he was training for the race of his life, his Marathon of Hope. Written from Doug's perspective, this story shows that Terry Fox's legacy goes beyond the physical and individual accomplishments of a disabled athlete and honors the true value of friendship"--Provided by the publisher. No se han encontrado descripciones de biblioteca. |
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But, this story talks about the boy himself! How Terry had a great friend named Doug and how he got to that point. The story emphasizes working hard, courage, bravery and the true power of friendship. Doug works with Terry to help him train and is there for him throughout his struggles. Terry never gives up and neither does Doug.
Doug is barely mentioned in the Terry Fox tale. It's nice to see Terry's best friend who stuck by his side and took a year off to do the Marathon of Hope with him get his glory. Around strong people, there are always a group of other strong individuals helping them along the way.
The art style is cartoon-y and colourful. It has a soft and brush-y feel, yet feels like it fits with the story.
I am blown away by this book. It is honestly one of my favourites! I love Terry Fox's story, especially since I've been hearing it since I was a little kid. Terry Fox and his tale is one of the major events that has happened in Canada that shaped us as a nation. Having a children's book explain this tale, in a way that strongly expresses friendship, is welcome! I wish I would have had a story like this instead of the lectures we got about Terry Fox back in my grade school years.
Five out of five stars.
Thank you to NetGalley and Penguin Random House Canada for sending me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review. (