The Undefeated (Caldecott Medal Book)

The Newbery Award-winning author of THE CROSSOVER, Kwame Alexander, has penned an ode to black American triumph and tribulation in this powerful and moving work.

Originally performed for ESPN's The Undefeated, this poem is a love letter to black life in the United States, highlighting the unspeakable trauma of slavery, the faith and fire of the civil rights movement, and the grit, passion, and perseverance of some of the world's greatest heroes.

With references to the words of Martin Luther King, Jr., Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, and others, this text provides deeper insights into the accomplishments of the past while bringing stark attention to the endurance and spirit of those surviving and thriving in the present.

Robust back matter at the end offers valuable historical context and additional detail for those wishing to learn more.

Don't miss out on this powerful and moving work - order your copy today!