For the socially conscious and/or artistic-minded teen in your life, Dan Eldon's story serves as proof that individuals can make an impact no matter how young they are.
London-born, African-raised Eldon, who was stoned to death at age 22 while covering Somalia as a photojournalist, has become an iconic figure, inspiring a line of Toms Shoes and a film produced by Julia Roberts. His interest in tribal customs, artwork and language caused him to cross color and racial lines, and deeply influenced his aesthetic sense. This exquisitely designed paper-over-board volume presents facsimiles of his journal pages and interactive elements such as an invitation he created for a fundraiser to help a friend in need of heart surgery. Don't expect a linear reading experience. Rather, think of these pages as a collage of moments, much like Dan's own artwork in his journal entries, capturing the highlights of an extraordinary life. -- Jennifer M. Brown, children's editor, Shelf Awareness