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Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah

Refugee Boy by Benjamin Zephaniah

Actor Alexander Vlahos reads extracts from 'Refugee Boy' by Benjamin Zephaniah, explaining why he loves the book, how it captured his imagination, and why he loves to read. The real and animated worlds collide to reveal the wonder that is contained within the book. Alexander explores the world of the novel in the very place it is set: Manor Park in East London. He meets the locals and discusses the difference between Britain and Africa.

SOURCE: Bringing Books to Life (2012) posted of Clickview, Rated G, [6:08 mins] URL: https://clickv.ie/w/F3wp