Kirjahaku

A heartwarming story that showcases the inspiring, yet emotional journey of a humble 7-year-old, military-connected child named Mar a. Little Mar a finds herself questioning why her father is absent from home for long periods of time. When she accidentally discovers the answer, Mar a's longing for her father's presence is put to the test. Ironically, it is her courageous spirit that sets the tone for her father's safe return. Mar a Misses Her Hero was written with the intention of bringing awareness to one aspect of the lives of military-connected families, specifically dealing with the children of active duty deployed personnel. It aims to instill understanding, empathy and patriotism in the hearts of all who read it. Keywords: Military Child; Deployment; United States Armed Forces; Army; Navy; Air Force; Marines (USMC); Coast Guard; Reserves; National Guard; Childrens Book; Sacrifice; Honor; Separation; Abandonment; Emptiness; Absent Parent; Distress; Anxiety; Stress; Depression; Aggression; Tearfulness; Fear; Anger; Negative Behavior; Poor Academic Performance; Altered Family Role; Strength; Courage; Resiliency; Belonging; Connectedness; Acceptance; Patriotism; Hero; Fiction

A visual primer on Philips’ graffiti-infused critiques of American culture, examining his material resources alongside his paintings This volume compiles Philadelphia-based Pat Phillips’ (born 1987) photography, sketchbook drawings and reference materials alongside artworks spanning the past 10 years of his career. With a foreword by Mario Ybarra and an interview with Mark Thomas Gibson, the book includes installation photos from the Whitney, M+B Gallery and his recent solo exhibition at Jeffrey Deitch Gallery. Historical graffiti, personal photos and the experience of growing up in Louisiana figure heavily in the artist’s work, visible here in collages and full-page spreads. Indeed, Phillips' paintings often combine personal and historical imagery in surreal juxtapositions, drawing on his experience living in the US to meditate on complex questions of race, class, labor and a militarized culture. Objects that suggest the violent underpinnings of this country and its institutions crop up frequently, such as confederate flags, fences and guns.