Jingo Django
Jingo Django
Book Brief
Beta154
Novel • Fiction
American South • 1870s
1971
YA
8-12 years
710L
Super Short Summary
Jingo Django by Sid Fleischman follows a young boy named Django who embarks on an adventurous journey to find his true identity and heritage. Set in a vibrant and bustling world, the story involves mystery, discovery, and colorful characters, as Django pieces together clues from his past with the help of new friends.
Adventurous
Humorous
Exciting
Playful
Fantastical
Reviews & Readership
177 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Jingo Django by Sid Fleischman is praised for its engaging storytelling and vibrant characters. Critics appreciate the author's humor and clever plot. However, some note the pacing may feel uneven. Despite this, the book's charm and wit continue to captivate readers of all ages, securing its place as a beloved piece of children's literature.
Who Should Read Jingo Django?
A reader who enjoys Jingo Django by Sid Fleischman likely appreciates historical adventures with a mix of humor and mystery. Fans of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer by Mark Twain or Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson, who relish tales of youthful cunning and daring quests, will find this book engaging.
177 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Jingo Django by Sid Fleischman won the 1972 Boston Globe-Horn Book Award for Fiction, recognizing its outstanding contribution to children's literature.
Sid Fleischman is also known for winning the Newbery Medal for another novel, distinguishing him among authors who have received multiple prestigious awards for children's literature.
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154
Novel • Fiction
American South • 1870s
1971
YA
8-12 years
710L
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