Bone by Bone by Bone
, by Johnston, TonyNote: Supplemental materials are not guaranteed with Rental or Used book purchases.
- ISBN: 9781596431133 | 159643113X
- Cover: Hardcover
- Copyright: 8/7/2007
FRIENDSHIP BETWEEN WHITE AND BLACK in 1950s Tennessee. Tony Johnston draws on her own childhood memories to limn a portrait of a sensitive and compassionate boy fighting for a friendship his father forbids. David's daddy is determined that his son will grow up to be a doctor like himself. David studies the human bones, and secretly teaches them in turn to his black friend, Malcolm. In a rage, Dr. Church forbids Malcolm to ever enter their home--and threatens to kill him if he does. David tries to change his daddy's mind. But when Malcolm crosses the line, Dr. Church grabs his shotgun.