Description
Homeless Bird, by Gloria Whelan, won the National Book Award for Young People’s Literature.
Thirteen-year old Koly leaves home for an arranged marriage to a sickly boy. After the boy’s death, Koly’s Mother-in-Law abandon’s her in the city of widows, Vrindavan. Koly’s unique eye and ability to embroider beautiful art pieces saves her from a future of misery.
Young readers, 8-14 will cheer for Koly as she fights the tragic plight of Hindu women who have no financial means or family. Culturally written, the beautiful descriptions and imagery will transport you to India without leaving home.
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