Place Hand Here

A boy passes a painting of a hand on a wall in his neighborhood, and it has different meanings for each of them. It reminds them of loved ones, and they are not alone.

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 17 November 2023
Publisher: WW Norton & Co

A young boy stumbles upon a captivating painting of a hand on a wall in his neighborhood. As he observes others placing their own hands against it, he can't help but wonder what it means to each of them. Ms. Iris, a kind-hearted woman, explains to him that the painting is a cherished link to her home country, a symbol of her cultural heritage. For Devin, the painting serves as a poignant connection to his older sister, who recently left for college, bridging the gap between them. For Savannah, it brings back memories of her beloved grandmother, who passed away too soon.

As the boy contemplates the mural, his thoughts drift to those who are on the other side of it—loved ones who may be lost, lonely, or far away. He also thinks of his own mother, who is currently incarcerated, serving time for a mistake she made. The hand on the painting becomes a symbol of their unbreakable bond and a reminder that they are not alone in their struggles.

While he eagerly awaits his mother's return, the hand on the painting serves as a constant source of comfort and connection. It reminds them that even in the face of adversity, love and art can bring people together, bridging the gaps that separate us. Place Hand Here is a testament to the power of art and the enduring strength of human connection.

Weight: 416g
Dimension: 250 x 249 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781324017035