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Gr 7 Up—A fascinating look at Matthew Henson's life that combines fact, fiction, dual time lines, and Inuit mythology, this graphic novel is a tribute to a remarkable man who was judged by his skin color rather than his accomplishments. Henson was an African American explorer who accompanied Robert E. Peary on most of his expeditions. Although Peary received many honors for being the first to lead an expedition to the North Pole, Henson's contributions were largely ignored. Effective ...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

Schwartz fictionalizes North Pole explorer Henson's life in this graphic novel. The visual storytelling--in shades of steely blue and...Log In or Sign Up to Read More