Okay For Now by Gary D. Schmidt
Set in the late 1960s, the story follows Doug Swieteck, a young boy who moves to a small town in upstate New York with his troubled family. Struggling with an abusive father and a brother returning from Vietnam, Doug finds solace in the local library where he discovers a passion for drawing inspired by Audubon's bird illustrations. As he navigates new friendships, school challenges, and family dynamics, Doug's journey is one of resilience and self-discovery, highlighting the transformative power of art and the importance of community support.
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- Published
- 2011
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 360-400
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
- None
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