Drawing the vote : a graphic novel history for future voters / written by Tommy Jenkins ; illustrated by Kati Lacker ; foreword by Martha S. Jones.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781419739996
- ISBN: 1419739999
- Physical Description: ix, 228 pages : chiefly illustrations ; 24 cm
- Publisher: New York : Amulet Books, an imprint of Abrams, 2022.
- Copyright: ©2020
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 220-227) |
Formatted Contents Note: | Timeline of key events in US voting history -- By the people, for the people -- The birth of a nation: 1776-1861 -- United we stand, divided we fall: 1865-1900 -- Reclaiming her time! 1807-2016 -- Jim Crow strikes back! 1890-1965 -- A move to the left, a move to the right: 1963-2009 -- Party all the time: 2009-2016 -- Divide and conquer: 2010-2020 -- I can't breathe! 2020-present -- Epilogue: Every vote counts -- Voting information by state. |
Search for related items by subject
Subject: | Voting > United States > Comic books, strips, etc. Elections > United States > History > Comic books, strips, etc. |
Genre: | Nonfiction comics. Graphic novels. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Missouri Evergreen. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Riverside Regional.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Riverside Regional-Main | YGN JEN (Text) | 30000005536275 | Young Adult Graphic Novels | Available | - |
Kirkus Review
Drawing the Vote : A Graphic Novel History for Future Voters
Kirkus Reviews
Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
A history of U.S. voting rights and the unrelenting barrage of challenges to them, with a chapter that updates the original 2020 edition. Despite an occasional bobble (no, all the states did not send representatives to the Constitutional Convention, and the Shelby County vs. Holder decision, devastating as it was, was not responsible for "overturning" the Voting Rights Act), college professor Jenkins delivers a broadly comprehensive overview that takes readers from "No taxation without representation!" to the events of Jan. 6, 2021 and beyond, with updates covering the failure of the Arizona recount and the recent flurry of legislation designed to further depress our already chronically low levels of voter participation. The additions lend currency to the story, but apathetic readers are more likely to catch a spark from other histories, such as Susan Goldman Rubin's Give Us the Vote! (2020). The graphic format does little to animate this account, as aside from some redrawn historical news photos, the drably duotone art runs to clumsily rendered portraits of figures in static poses stiffly restating talking points, uttering (in)famous quotes ("Why do we want all these people from shithole countries?")--or in a running conceit, imitating game show announcers: "Congratulations! John Adams, you've won the presidency!" The color scheme also minimizes differences in skin color, and visual elements frequently look crammed in among the fulsome blocks of lecture-y narrative. Broad, deep, and on a significant topic but more utilitarian than inspirational. (voting information, source notes) (Graphic nonfiction. 13-16) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.
School Library Journal Review
Drawing the Vote : An Illustrated Guide to Voting in America
School Library Journal
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Gr 8 Up--After seeing his students become disillusioned following the 2016 U.S. presidential election, college professor and author Jenkins responded by creating a graphic novel that highlights key events and issues throughout history that have shaped the way Americans vote. He covers familiar topics such as the Boston Tea Party and women's suffrage but also sheds light on gerrymandering and voter intimidation. Jenkins's perspective is balanced, as he reflects on how both political parties have failed to address voting issues. Lacker's simple, uncluttered artwork balances out jam-packed text bubbles, adding clarity to the rich mosaic of information. VERDICT While voter apathy led to many refusing to participate in the 2016 elections, anticipation for the 2020 elections has been building steadily. Jenkins's rousing work will inspire students to educate themselves on the issues--and, when the time comes, to vote early and often.--Elise Martinez, Zion-Benton Public Library, IL