Stunning vignette/memoir of Landowne's chance encounter with a homeless artist on the NYC subway that led to her learning his story and publishing it. Details the story of how his troubled youth led him through the system-- social services to shelters to living in the subway tunnels under NYC. Powerful, raw, frightening, moving and even hopeful--the work is full of detail and simplicity. The artist is also the subject. The black and white illustrations really complement the story, while the endpapers leading us into the dark tunnels are stunning. The 11 by 6 size of the work is reminiscent of a subway car. A dark, true tale, Pitch Black is sure to spark classroom and book club conversations. Well, well done and highly recommended.
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Thank you so much for your response to our work. Those are Anthony (Tony) Horton's drawings on the endpapers and it was wonderful designer Anne Giangulio who told us we could print with silver ink on black. Your review is truly helpful to share the story. Thank you again and Best wishes! youme
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