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Book title
Of Waves and Men

 

Author
Tom Hadrava

 

Bibliographic information
https://www.101words.org/of-waves-and-men/

 

Links (adaptations, reviews, full texts etc.)
https://www.101words.org/of-waves-and-men/

 

Theme
Men vs. the sea

 

Short summary
An imaginative description of men encountering the sea.

 

Why is the story appropriate for the targeted groups of RSP readers?
It reflects political, historical and social themes, refers to current migrant situation

 

What are the distinguished readers interests reflected by this book/story?
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Why is this story motivational for the pupils?
A modern story, different than the others. Awakes the reader's fantasy imagination.

 

Is there a historical, political, multi/inter cultural, migrant or similar context recognized in this book/story? 
Could be seen as a migrant's journey across the sea.

 

Is there a principle of inclusion reflected in this book/story and does it promotes understanding of cultural diversities and heritage? 
Could be interpreted in many different ways.

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