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We the People!

Big Ideas that Changed the World #4
By Don Brown
Series: BIG IDEAS That Changed the World
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We the People! by Don Brown traces the rich history of democracy, from ancient hunter-gatherer societies through the rise of monarchies and empires, to the creation of modern governmental systems. Narrated by Abigail Adams, the graphic novel reveals how various cultures and documents—including Athenian assemblies, the Enlightenment, the Mali Manden Charter, England's Magna Carta, and the Haudenosaunee Confederacy—inspired the US Constitution. This accessible and engaging book highlights fundamental democratic principles like liberty, equality, and justice, emphasising that true power lies with the people.
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Ideal for middle grade readers and young adults interested in history and civics, as well as educators seeking an engaging, visually rich introduction to democracy and its global roots.

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Award-winning author Don Brown explores the history of democracy in the United States in this installment of the Big Ideas That Changed the World series.

The Greek word democracy comes from demos (people) and kratos (rule)—meaning “the people hold power.” In this timely graphic novel, acclaimed author-illustrator Don Brown explores the history of democracy—from civilization’s beginnings as hunter-gatherers to the birth of monarchies and vast empires, and from the earliest republics to our present-day government.

Narrated by Abigail Adams, We the People! explores how Athenian and Greek assemblies inspired our legislative and judiciary branches; how Enlightenment ideals of reason, toleration, and human progress shaped our founding fathers’ thinking; how Mali’s Manden Charter and England’s Magna Carta influenced our Bill of Rights; and how the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy directly shaped the US Constitution. Explaining the fundamentals of democracy—liberty, equality, and justice for all—in a kid-friendly way, We the People! is a powerful reminder that power rests in the people’s hands.

Big Ideas That Changed the World is a graphic novel series that celebrates the hard-won succession of ideas that ultimately changed the world. Humor, drama, and art unite to tell the story of events, discoveries, and ingenuity over time that led humans to come up with a big idea and then make it come true.

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  • We the People!
    Award-winning author Don Brown explores the history of democracy in the United States in this installment of the Big Ideas That Changed the World series. The Greek word democracy comes from demos (people) and kratos (rule)—meaning “the people hold power.” In this timely graphic novel, acclaimed author-illustrator Don Brown explores the history of democracy—from civilization’s beginnings as hunter-gatherers to the...
    By Don Brown
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Kirkus Reviews gave a starred review, calling the book "engagingly informal, more cogent than ever, and rich in rare facts and insights." Booklist also starred the book, praising Brown as the "graphic novel gold standard in fact-driven, deeply humane middle grade history," noting his inclusion of nuanced perspectives on women and diverse peoples. The art is described as loose and jaunty, reminiscent of Schoolhouse Rock. School Library Journal highlights the clear, watercolor-like illustrations that guide readers smoothly, recommending it as a must-have for public and school libraries.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419757389

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 December 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Amulet Books

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 128

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Adult Graphic Novels Ancient & Classical History Children’s, Teenage and Educational Don Brown Fiction Graphic Novels Series: BIG IDEAS That Changed the World

About the Author

Don Brown is the award-winning author and illustrator of many nonfiction graphic novels and picture books. His books have been called “masterful” and “a must for youth graphic collections.” Brown has received an Eisner nomination, two Sibert Honors, a Horn Book Best Book honor, a YALSA award, and multiple starred reviews, among other awards and notices. He lives in Hudson Valley, New York, with his family.

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