{"product_id":"book-gcv1","title":"An American Story","description":"\u003cb\u003e#1 New York Times Bestselling and award-winning author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e of \u003ci\u003eThe Undefeated\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e, Kwame Alexander, pens a powerful picture book that tells the story of American slavery through the voice of a teacher struggling to help her students understand its harrowing history.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e From the fireside tales in an African village, through the unspeakable passage across the Atlantic, to the backbreaking work in the fields of the South, this is a story of a people's struggle and strength, horror and hope. This is the story of American slavery, a story that needs to be told and understood by all of us. A testament to the resilience of the African American community, this book honors what has been and envisions what is to be.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With stunning mixed-media illustrations by newcomer Dare Coulter, this is a potent book for those who want to speak the truth. Perfect for family sharing, the classroom, and homeschooling.","brand":"Hachette Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Audiobook","offer_id":49348662624560,"sku":"BDgcv1","price":4.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0879\/2784\/9264\/files\/527496-gcv1-Square.jpg?v=1734229841","url":"https:\/\/downpour.com\/products\/book-gcv1","provider":"Downpour","version":"1.0","type":"link"}