Folk hero's strength battles man versus machine.
If you want to dive into a tale brimming with American folklore, "John Henry" might just capture your imagination. Julius Lester brings this larger-than-life character and his legendary contest with a steam drill to vivid life. It's a blend of history and tall tale that resonates with themes of perseverance and the human spirit. A great choice if you're looking to be simultaneously entertained and inspired.
- Caldecott Medal Nominee (1995)
- Aesop Accolade Award
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
ISBN: 9780590539364
Publisher: Scholastic Inc
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections:
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Related Topics:
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Goodreads rating: 4.24
(rated by 3996 readers)
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Folk hero's strength battles man versus machine.
If you want to dive into a tale brimming with American folklore, "John Henry" might just capture your imagination. Julius Lester brings this larger-than-life character and his legendary contest with a steam drill to vivid life. It's a blend of history and tall tale that resonates with themes of perseverance and the human spirit. A great choice if you're looking to be simultaneously entertained and inspired.
- Caldecott Medal Nominee (1995)
- Aesop Accolade Award
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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