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Paiute Princess: The Story of Sarah Winnemucca Audiobook
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Deborah Kogan Ray has won widespread acclaim for her engaging picture-book biographies. Paiute Princess tells the story of Sarah Winnemucca, who was born into the Northern Paiute tribe of Nevada in 1844. Experiencing both the traditional life of her people and the modern ways of her grandfather's white friends, Sarah became a powerful leader who spoke out about the many injustices committed against her people.
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"A wonderful children's biography. A nice touch that Winnemucca's own excerpts and quotes were included. Beautiful illustrations. Very touching and emotional."
— Kayla (4 out of 5 stars)
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“Packed with information.”
— Chicago Tribune -
“A clear, well written biography of Sarah Winnemucca...The text is well written and organized, including quotations from Winnemucca’s own words.”
— Children’s Literature -
“Powerful language and blazing orange, earth, and jewel-toned chalk drawings create a stirring testament to one individual’s conviction.”
— Publishers Weekly -
“Ray’s descriptive language...create[s] a moving story.”
— Booklist -
“Powerful...vividly depicts the life of a Native American woman whose efforts to seek justice for the Paiute tribe deserve greater attention.”
— School Library Journal -
“A compelling introduction to an extraordinary leader.”
— Kirkus Reviews
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" Gorgeous illustrations, wonderful story. "
— Katie, 11/11/2013 -
" Heart wrenching account of Sarah Winnemucca, a Paiute Indian who worked tirelessly to help her people. Beautiful illustrations accompany moving dialogue. Extensive back matter make this a good classroom library addition; for studies of indigenous people as well as Women's History Month. "
— Cathy, 9/24/2013 -
" A very informative biography of the complex and often times heartbreaking life of Sarah Winnemucca. Beautifully illustrated. "
— Ellen, 4/11/2013 -
" An informative introduction to this historical figure that makes good use of quotations from primary sources and some fine illustrations. "
— Edward, 4/10/2013
About Deborah Kogan Ray
Deborah Kogan Ray’s distinctive picture book biographies
include Dinosaur Mountain and Down the Colorado. She lives in
Wyndmoor, Pennsylvania.
About the Narrators
Christina Moore is an actress and Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator. As an actress, she is best known for her roles in the television series That ’70s Show, Hawthorne, and 90210. She is a founding member of Bitches Funny, an all-female sketch group that has performed in New York City and Los Angeles.
Angela Lin, an Earphones Award–winning audiobook narrator, graduated from Carnegie Mellon University with a BFA degree in drama. A critically acclaimed actress, her credits include The Good Wife, Law & Order: SVU, and As the World Turns, among others.