Award History
| Award | Year | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Newbery Medal | 2024 | Winner |
About This Book
Johannes is a free dog who lives in a city park and serves as the eyes of three ancient bison who live there. His world is upended when humans begin to transform the park. A joyous, exuberant novel about freedom, loyalty, and wild joy. Winner of the 2024 Newbery Medal.
About the Author
Dave Eggers is an American author, editor, and publisher born in Boston in 1970. He won the 2024 Newbery Medal for *The Eyes and the Impossible*, a joyous novel about a free dog who serves as the eyes of three ancient bison in a city park. He is also known for his memoir *A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius*, his novel *The Circle*, and his work with McSweeney's literary journal.
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