Book
Encounter / written by Brittany Luby ; illustrated by Michaela Goade.
Under the watchful eye of animals, two strangers from different lands meet in the year 1534.
Record details
- ISBN: 073526581X
- ISBN: 9780735265813
- Physical Description: 1 volume (unpaged) : colour illustrations
- Publisher: [Toronto, Ontario] : Tundra, [2019]
- Copyright: ©2019
Content descriptions
| Immediate Source of Acquisition Note: | LSC 21.99 |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Strangers > Juvenile fiction. Indigenous peoples > Juvenile fiction. Fishers > Juvenile fiction. Sailors > Juvenile fiction. |
| Genre: | Historical fiction. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Tsuga Consortium.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeshore Branch | STO JP Luby | 31681020116281 | PICTURE | Available | - |
- Random House, Inc.
Two people navigate their differences with curiosity and openness in this stunning picture book that imagines the first meeting between an Indigenous fisher and a European sailor.
Based on an actual journal entry by French explorer Jacques Cartier from his first expedition to North America in July 1534, this story imagines the first encounter between a European sailor and a Stadaconan fisher. As the two navigate their differences (language, dress, food) with curiosity, the natural world around them notes their similarities. The seagull observes their like shadows, the mosquito notes their equally appealing blood, the mouse enjoys the crumbs both people leave behind.
This story explores how encounters can create community and celebrates varying perspectives and the natural world. It is at once specific and universal. It's a story based on a primary document and historical research, but it is in equal measure beautifully imagined. It makes room for us to recognize our differences while celebrating our shared humanity.
Debut author Brittany Luby's background in social justice and history brings a breathtaking depth of insight and understanding to this story and Michaela Goade's expressive art brings equal life to the creatures and landscapes. An author's note outlines the historical context as well as situates the story in the present day.
