The Astonishing Life of Octavian Nothing, Traitor to the Nation; v. 1: The Pox Party

by M.T. Anderson (Candlewick Press)

About

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Various diaries, letters, and other manuscripts chronicle the experiences of Octavian, a young African American, from birth to age sixteen, as he is brought up as part of a science experiment in the years leading up to and during the Revolutionary War.

Awards Won

Title Year
printz.gif Michael L. Printz Award

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The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature.
2007 - Honor(s)