Ghetto Cowboy (the Inspiration for Concrete Cowboy)
by G. Neri, Illustrated by Jesse Joshua Watson
Candlewick Press (Aug 06, 2013)
Fiction, Paperback, 224 pages
Target Age Group: Middle Grade
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Description of Ghetto Cowboy (the Inspiration for Concrete Cowboy) by G. Neri
Now a feature film, Concrete Cowboy, starring Idris Elba "Original in theme and inspirational in tone and content." — Booklist From a Coretta Scott King Author Award Honor winner comes a street- smart tale about a displaced teen who learns to defend what’s right — the Cowboy Way. Inspired by the little- known urban riders of Philly and Brooklyn, this compelling tale of latter- day cowboy justice champions a world where your friends always have your back, especially when the chips are down.
Additional Book Information:
- ISBN: 9780763664534
- Imprint: Candlewick Press
- Publisher: Candlewick Press
- Parent Company: Candlewick Press
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