The Gardener of Alcatraz: A True Story -- Emma Bland Smith, Hardcover
A prisoner gardens his way to freedom in this inspiring picture-book biography. When Elliott Michener was locked away in Alcatraz for counterfeiting, he was determined to defy the odds and bust out. But when he got a job tending the prison garden, a funny thing happened. He found new interests and skills--and a sense of dignity and fulfillment. Elliott transformed Alcatraz Island, and the island transformed him. Told with empathy and a storyteller's flair, Elliott's story is funny, touching, and unexpectedly relevant. Back matter about the history of Alcatraz and the US prison system today invites meaningful discussion.
Author: Emma Bland Smith
Publisher: Charlesbridge Publishing
Published: 4/5/2022
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.1 lbs
Size: 8.6" H x 11.2" L x 0.7" W
ISBN: 9781623541606
