John Agard’s Windrush Child

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“A beautiful poetic and visual delight” Joseph CoelhoA beautifully evocative story of a child’s journey to England on board Empire Windrush, from an internationally celebrated, multi-award-winning poet and an extraordinary debut illustrator. “you’re stepping into historybringing your Caribbean eyeto another horizon”With one last hug, Windrush chid waves goodbye to his Caribbean home and sets sail across the ocean to Britain. In this powerful picture book, full of hope and promise, celebrated poet John Agard and illustrator Sophie Bass movingly evoke the journey made by children and their families as part of the Windrush Generation.

“A stunning picture book … with the distinctive, vibrant art of Sophie Bass.” The Bookseller”A gorgeous bedtime read that will reward repeat readings, deceptively simple, emotionally deep.” Joseph Coelho