Shadrach (novel)
Shadrach by Meindert DeJong is a children's novel about a small boy and his pet rabbit. The novel, illustrated by Maurice Sendak, was first published in 1953 and was a Newbery Honor recipient in 1954.[1]
Plot summary[]
The novel is set in the Netherlands. 6-year-old Davie waits a long time for his pet, a black rabbit he calls Shadrach. When the rabbit finally comes, every day seems miraculous. But one day Shadrach runs away.
References[]
- ^ "Newbery Medal and Honor Books, 1922-Present". American Library Association. Retrieved 2009-12-30.
Categories:
- 1953 American novels
- American children's novels
- Newbery Honor-winning works
- Novels by Meindert DeJong
- Books illustrated by Maurice Sendak
- Children's novels about animals
- Harper & Brothers books
- 1953 children's books
- 1950s children's novel stubs