The Civil War of Amos Abernathy

Name: The Civil War of Amos Abernathy
Brand: Harper Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Michael Leali
ISBN: 9780063119895

Author: Michael Leali

Narrator: Mark Sanderlin

Unabridged: 6 hr 30 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperCollins

Published: 06/07/2022

Categories: Children's Fiction, Children's Lifestyles, Performing Arts Stories, Children's Social Themes

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included

Synopsis

An ALA Rainbow Book List Top 10 Selection * Golden Kite Award Winner * New York Public Library Best Books for Kids * ALA Booklist Top 10 First Novels for Youth * Jane Addams Award finalist * Lambda Literary Award FinalistA heartfelt debut novel about a boy’s attempt to find himself in the history he loves—perfect for fans of Dear Sweet Pea and From the Desk of Zoe Washington.Amos Abernathy lives for history. Literally. He’s been a historical reenactor nearly all his life. But when a cute new volunteer arrives at his Living History Park, Amos finds himself wondering if there’s something missing from history: someone like the two of them.Amos is sure there must have been LGBTQ+ people in nineteenth-century Illinois. His search turns up Albert D. J. Cashier, a Civil War soldier who might have identified as a trans man if he’d lived today. Soon Amos starts confiding in his newfound friend by writing letters in his journal—and hatches a plan to share Albert’s story with his divided twenty-first century town. It may be an uphill battle, but it’s one that Amos is ready to fight.Told in an earnest, hilarious voice, this love letter to history, first crushes, and LGBTQ+ community will delight readers of Ashley Herring Blake, Alex Gino, or Maulik Pancholy. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

About Michael Leali

Michael Leali is an award-winning writer and educator. He earned his MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts. He is the author of the Golden Kite Award–winning novel The Civil War of Amos Abernathy and Matteo. Born and raised in the suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, Michael currently lives in California.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Bookishrealm on July 03, 2022

This was a pleasant surprise. I went into this book blind so I wasn't sure what to expect as I worked my way through the text. It's a great look at the historical erasure of marginalized communities in American history. And quite honestly with the historical uptick in book bannings and censorship of......more

Goodreads review by Sarah on January 20, 2022

So GOOD! I was lucky enough to read this book before it was published, and it hits so many checkboxes for me: nerdy kids, an adorable crush, excellent LGBTQIA+ rep, and hidden/untold history. Amos wants to change the world, and I cheered him on the whole way!......more

Goodreads review by Nev on December 31, 2022

A nice queer Middle Grade story about Amos setting out to learn more about LGBTQ+ historical figures, being a historical reenactor at a living history park, and having feelings for his friend Ben. I enjoyed what this story was going for in having these twelve and thirteen year old kids learning abou......more

Goodreads review by Judi on April 04, 2022

Every once in a while, you read a book where you can tell the author *loved* writing it. The Civil War of Amos Abernathy is definitely one of those books. The story follows 13-year-old Amos (an intelligent, hilarious, and vulnerable gay boy) as he navigates his first crush and first heartbreak all w......more

Goodreads review by QNPoohBear on January 18, 2023

Amos, 13, is out and proud. His mother is the director of a living history park in a small town in Illinois. Amos and his BFF Chloe are volunteer reenactors and up to now have enjoyed their reenacting but when a new boy who shares Amos's passion for Abraham Lincoln, comes on the scene, Amos develops......more