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Eve Bunting

Irish-Americanb. December 19, 1928Children's Literature

Eve Bunting is an Irish-American author of over 250 books who has distinguished herself by addressing difficult topics including homelessness, war, and loss with sensitivity appropriate for young readers. Her socially conscious picture books have opened important conversations for children.

Works

  • Smoky NightFamily protects belongings during Los Angeles riots amid urban chaos→
  • The WallChildren discover father's sacrifice inscribed on Vietnam Memorial wall→
  • Fly Away HomeHomeless family finds temporary shelter and hope at airport terminal→
  • Terrible ThingsFable about oppressed animals fleeing as powerful rulers systematically eliminate→
  • Train to SomewhereOrphan children board westbound train seeking new futures and families→
  • So Far from the SeaJapanese-American family reunites on California coast after internment camp→
  • A Day's WorkA boy and his immigrant parents struggle with poverty and manual labor in the city→

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