Fry bread a Native American family story

Using illustrations that show the diversity in Native America and spare poetic text that emphasizes fry bread in terms of provenance, this volume tells the story of a post-colonial food that is a shared tradition for Native American families all across the North American continent. Includes a recipe...

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Main Author: Maillard, Kevin Noble (Author)
Other Authors: Martinez-Neal, Juana (Illustrator)
Format: Books Print Book
Language: English
Published: New York : Roaring Brook Press, 2019.
Edition: First edition.
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Summary: Using illustrations that show the diversity in Native America and spare poetic text that emphasizes fry bread in terms of provenance, this volume tells the story of a post-colonial food that is a shared tradition for Native American families all across the North American continent. Includes a recipe and an extensive author note that delves into the social ways, foodways, and politics of America's 573 recognized tribes.
Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations, color map ; 26 cm
Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN: 9781626727465
1626727465
Author Notes: Kevin Noble Maillard is a professor and journalist who lives with his family in Manhattan. He is a regular writer for the New York Times. When he was thirteen years old, he won a fishing derby for catching seventy-two fish in two hours. Originally from Oklahoma, he is a member of the Seminole Nation, Mekusukey band. kevinmaillard.com Juana Martinez-Neal is an illustrator of books for children, including the Pura Belpré Award winner La Princesa and the Pea and her authorial debut, Alma and How She Got Her Name. Juana grew up in Lima, Peru. She now lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, surrounded by her amazing children. juanamartinezneal.com