Newbery Medal Winner
Adam of the Road
by Elizabeth Gray Vining
Summary
In thirteenth century England, a boy named Adam travels the roads with his minstrel father and his beloved dog Nick, only to be separated from both and forced to search across the medieval countryside. His journey carries him through fairs, towns, and the homes of nobles and common folk as he tries to reunite with his father. Elizabeth Gray Vining fills the story with rich period detail about the life of wandering minstrels.
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Historical Context & Significance
The book was illustrated by Robert Lawson, who would himself win the Newbery Medal two years later for Rabbit Hill.