Experience the harrowing reality of the siege of Mariupol in Don Brown’s ’83 Days in Mariupol: A War Diary.’ This gripping young adult graphic novel plunges readers into the heart of Ukraine’s struggle, detailing the brutal months from February to May 2022. Follow the resilience of ordinary Ukrainians defending their city against overwhelming odds, surviving in basements with scarce resources. Brown, a Sibert Honor creator, masterfully illustrates the destruction and profound human cost of war, drawing parallels to historical battles of defiance. Discover the courage, sacrifice, and patriotism that defined Mariupol’s resistance, a story whose echoes continue to shape global politics today. A powerful testament to the human spirit against senseless violence.