Melak, All Alone
A book that tells the story of a young boy who is forced to flea his country in search of safety, alone with his younger sister and no adult to accompany them. A story about the great voyage towards the unknown, but also about friendship, solidarity and hope.
Argyro Pipini has written a story which contains many stories – it seems simple, maybe because it remains unchangeable through time – and Achilleas Razis gave it the vibrant colours and the shape that befit it. A story about the children who are still being uprooted, who are scared, but also about those children who, through play, friendship, schooling, acceptance and support, can cope with anything – and can change everything. Even their own “unchangeable” story.
Published under the auspices of the UNHCR Greece
Included in the 2017 White Ravens List
Winner of the 2017 State Award for Illustrated Children’s Book
Winner of the 2017 Anagnostis Award for Best Illustrated Book
Full English translation available
Original Title: Μελάκ, μόνος
Author: Argiro Pipini
Illustrator: Achilleas Razis
Publication Year: 2016
Publisher: Kaleidoscope Publications
Genre: Picture book
Format: 16,5 x 30 cm, Hardcover
Pages: 36
Ages: 8+