Dave the Potter Artist Poet Slave Author:Laban Carrick Hill To us — it is just dirt, — the ground we walk on... — But to Dave — it was clay, — the plain and basic stuff — upon which he formed a life — as a slave nearly 200 years ago. — Dave was an extraordinary artist, poet, and potter living in South Carolina in the 1800s. He combined his superb artistry with deeply observant poetry, carved onto his po... more »ts, transcending the limitations he faced as a slave. In this inspiring and lyrical portrayal, National Book Award nominee Laban Carrick Hill's elegantly simple text and award-winning artist Bryan Collier's resplendent, earth-toned illustrations tell Dave's story, a story rich in history, hope, and long-lasting beauty.« less