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Trevor R. Getz, Illustr. Liz Clarke

Abina and the Important Men: A Graphic History

Trevor R. Getz, Illustr. Liz ClarkeNonfiction | Graphic Novel/Book | YA | Published in 2011

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Trevor R. Getz, Illustr. Liz Clarke

Abina and the Important Men

Nonfiction | Graphic Novel/Book | YA | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Gold Coast • 1870s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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Super Short Summary

Abina and the Important Men by Trevor R. Getz and illustrator Liz Clarke follows Abina Mansah’s journey from enslavement under Quamina Eddoo’s governance to Cape Coast, where she fights for her freedom in court. The novel spans five parts, including a graphic history, court transcripts, historical context, reading guide, and scholarly essays and resources, providing a multifaceted look at Abina's struggle within the context of 19th-century West African society and British colonial rule.

Informative

Contemplative

Challenging

Inspirational

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.1

1,322 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Abina and the Important Men by Trevor R. Getz and Liz Clarke offers a compelling graphic novel that vividly portrays historical and social issues. Reviewers appreciate its educational value and unique narrative style, though some find the artwork lacking in depth. Overall, it effectively engages readers with a blend of history and visual storytelling.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Abina and the Important Men?

Readers who appreciate Abina and the Important Men by Trevor R. Getz and illustrator Liz Clarke are typically interested in historical narratives, graphic novels, and themes of social justice. Similar to readers of Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi, they value blending personal stories with broader historical contexts.

4.1

1,322 ratings

69%

Loved it

24%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

208

Format

Graphic Novel/Book • Nonfiction

Setting

Gold Coast • 1870s

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

14-18 years

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