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From the Amazon Jungle to Suburbia and Back

David Good David Good

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English
NBM Publishing Company
21 August 2024
This is the story of the incredible journey of David Good, the son of an American anthropologist father, and indigenous Yanomami mother who calls the Amazon rainforest her home. Overlapping the story of what David'

s mother'

s early years were like being raised in the rainforest, the book follows David from childhood to adulthood as he searches for identity, love, acceptance, and the one thing truly missing from his life, his mother. Growing up in a predominantly white population of the US without a mother or a deeper connection to his South American roots, David struggles with issues of identity and relationships. His and his mother'

s stories intertwine in a heartbreakingly beautiful climax when they are reunited in the jungle. Beautifully illustrated and co-authored by award winning artist and storyteller, FLuX, Good is a vivid and breathtaking visualization of a highly unusual life'

s journey.
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Imprint:   NBM Publishing Company
Country of Publication:   United States
Dimensions:   Height: 279mm,  Width: 215mm, 
ISBN:   9781681123301
ISBN 10:   1681123304
Pages:   216
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

Multi-award-winning contemporary artist FLuX is a practitioner of contemporary classical realism and illustration. FLuX' s work has been exhibited globally and is included in collections with notable artists such as Andy Warhol, Jeff Koons. With a self-taught background in illustration and design, FLuX has worked with commercial clients including Apple, Swatch and others. He is also an author of graphic novels. He has received numerous awards, including Creativity International, Communication Arts, and Society of Illustrators, and has been featured in The Big Book of Illustration and Spectrum. David Good is a member of the Yanomami tribe, author, explorer, filmmaker, and founder of the Yanomami Foundation. He is currently a PhD candidate in microbiology at the University of Guelph, Ontario. A member of the Explorer' s Club, he coordinates expeditions to Yanomami territory to support programs in health, biocultural research, education, and cultural preservation. His unique ancestry and scientific training provide a rare opportunity to build global awareness on the importance of protecting these few remaining isolated indigenous societies.

Reviews for Good: From the Amazon Jungle to Suburbia and Back

"""A heartfelt and vivid account of David Good's true journey--and truly stranger-than-fiction!"" --Scott McCloud, best-selling author of Understanding Comics ""The Amazon rainforest is a thing of beauty. The art here clearly conveys this. When the mother and son meet it will bring tears to your eyes. This is so touching"" -- First Comics News Review ""David Good's name is probably one you've not previously come across unless you've a particular interest in anthropology, but Good proves a fascinating story is a fascinating story whether or not you're familiar with the subject."" -- The Slings and Arrows​ Review ""The detailed art is attuned to human emotions, as shown in the garish expressions of David's classmates and in David's mother's subtle smile."" --Foreword"


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