Abina and the Important Men: A Graphic History (Graphic History Series)

Abina and the Important Men describes slavery in West Africa during the 1800's by telling one woman's story of her life as a slave and her search for justice in colonial court. Trevor Getz and Liz Clarke were clearly moved emotionally by the story of this woman, and this emotion is apparent in the both the level of research Getz undertook and the passionate illustrations of Clarke.The use of a Graphic Novel format helps the reader identify with Abina in her struggles. The format also makes the narrative accessible to readers at virtually any level from grade school to grad school. After reading this book you will find yourself asking why more history books are not written this way. I actually came home and found my niece reading my copy on the kitchen table, and while she didn't read or understand the reference and methodology sections, she understood the story. This is a mark of a very well thought out work, that someone with no experience in academic history can find themselves enveloped by what they read is on the verge of amazing. The only slight downside that I can think of is that composition characters were used in the narrative. To be fair to Getz and Clarke though this was done out of necessity and was fully explained to the reader in the reference and methodology section. Because the narrative was being told to give the reader an understanding of a broad issue a couple of character had to be altered to fit this reality.Overall Abina and the Important Men is both a great read and incredibly informative. This book would be a great addition to any class studying the Era of Colonialism because it presents the reader with a subject which might in other cases be completely alien in a way which is familiar and easy to read. It would also be a wonderful addition to a personal collection for the same reasons.We read this book for Dr.Rhonda M. Gonzales' HIS/AAS3603 class at the University of Texas At San AntonioGroup Black

Guys, its just a book you need for that History class. It has lots of pictures and words. I got an A, so this book gets a 5.

Brilliant interpretation of a woman's story. So useful for the history classroom

This is one of the most interesting books I've ever seen because it is not just another piece of literature written in the graphic novel style, it is history, and it provides opportunities for the reader to experience that history in several ways. It is a fantastic representation of the way that literature is influenced by history.

This is a great story that is told with first hand knowledge from a female slave. This one is a great read.

This copy looks new! Thank you

Great book with fast delivery!

The reason I appreciate this book so much is because it told a story most did not want to listen to, a story of a girl who wanted to fight against her oppressors even though she wouldn’t have been heard. I like the graphic features of this book as it also helps to visualize everything that’s happened.

Very good!

Bought used said it was in “good” condition but it is in like new condition, happy with my purchase

Great size can read everything with ease perfect for my uni classes