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Olive Morris by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is a delightful children’s book that introduces young readers to the life of Olive Morris, a passionate and determined campaigner for social justice. Through engaging illustrations and easy-to-understand text, the book explores how Olive's advocacy for equal rights and her inspiring contributions left a mark on society, encouraging children to stand up for their beliefs.
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Olive Morris

From the bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, Olive Morris tells the story of this Windrush social justice activist and campaigner.

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From the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Olive Morris, the social justice activist and campaigner.

Olive was a child when she moved from the countryside in Jamaica to the busy streets of London in Britain. She soon realised just how tough and hard life was growing up in Britain during the 1970s. Her life changed forever when she witnessed police brutality towards a Black man and was arrested when she came to his aid.

Olive became a leader within the Black British community, fighting against any kind of abuse and speaking up about racism. She never let the injustices she faced as a Black woman during that time stop her. Olive was involved in the first Black bookshops in Britain and spent much of her life fighting for the rights of those in her community. Olive's fearless determination inspired the building blocks for change within the Black British community.

This inspiring book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the iconic social justice activist's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.

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Olive Morris by Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara is celebrated for its depiction of the life of Olive Morris, a social justice activist dedicated to improving her community. Reviews highlight her inspiring fight against racism, sexism, and oppression, underscoring her role in promoting social change.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780711285668

Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 08 June 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Frances Lincoln Children's Books

Illustration: color illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Aurelia Durand

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 195.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 330g

Pages: 32

About the Author

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books and the author of the multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series of picture books that explore the lives of outstanding people. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. Aurelia Durand is a French graphic artist. Her work, which includes the illustrations for the #1 New York Times bestseller This Book Is Anti-Racist, is a vivid celebration of diversity; she dedicates her artistic voice to matters involving representation. Aurelia represents Afro-descendants as joyful, proud, and empowered - a united community whose destinies are intertwined. These colorful personalities present the unified voice of a global community whose hopes, dreams, and desires envision an inclusive future for all. Her work has been featured in advertising campaigns, galleries, and editorial magazines; her clients include Nike, The New Yorker, Facebook, and more. Find her on Instagram: @4ur3lia.

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