The Man In Motion

Written by Lorna Schultz Nicholson and Rick Hansen · Illustrated by Emma Fitzgerald

A man wheels across the globe, defying odds to champion disability awareness.

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40 pages· ~520L

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Bookroo's summary

Rick Hansen, paralyzed at 15, embarks on a daring global journey, wheeling through 34 countries to spotlight the potential of people with disabilities. Can his determination overcome the challenges ahead? Join Rick on the Man In Motion World Tour, where every mile is a testament to resilience and hope, raising millions for an inclusive future. Experience the highs and lows of this incredible adventure and witness the transformative power of one man's dream to change the world.

From the publisher

The inspiring story of Canadian hero Rick Hansen, who wheeled around the world to raise money and awareness for people with disabilities In 1973, at the age of 15, Rick Hansen was in a life-changing car accident that left him paralyzed from the waist down. Twelve years later, motivated by the challenges he faced, Rick embarked on the two-year-long Man In Motion World Tour, wheeling 40,075 kilometers through 34 countries on four continents. Despite the many obstacles Rick encountered during the Tour, he never gave up on his dream: to raise awareness about the enormous potential of people with disabilities. His tour raised $26 million to help with the creation of an accessible and inclusive world. Written in consultation with Rick Hansen and dynamically illustrated, this biographical picture book invites readers to join Rick through the ups and downs of the Man In Motion World Tour and shows the power of perseverance and dedication.

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