John Henry (Picture Puffins)
by Julius Lester
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Author: Julius LesterBrand: Penguin Group USA
Illustrator: Jerry Pinkney
Edition: Mass Market Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1999-12-01
ISBN: 0140566228
Number of pages: 40
Publisher: Puffin
Book Reviews of John Henry (Picture Puffins)
Book Review: Tall, Tall, Tale!
Summary: 5 Stars
This wild and wonderful retelling of the classic John Henry folk tale will not disappoint any reader. From the moment John Henry is born and all the animals come to see, excitement and splendor beg the reader on. John Henry is a man of indomitable spirit. He works hard and large at whatever he sets his hand to. We are left with a feeling of 'can do' by the example of this mighty legend.
I loved the illustrations by Pinkney. They come to life on the page and add wonder to the story. I was reminded of Paul Bunyan and his might blue ox Babe as John Henry bore down ever harder on that drill. Not willing to give up or quit. This book won both the Caldecott Honor and The Boston Globe-Horn Book Award.
......Julius Lester was not an author I was familiar with, but he is one that I will certainly look for now. He has written some 25 books in his career and won many awards for his titles.
Summary of John Henry (Picture Puffins)
John Henry is stronger than ten men, and can dig through a mountain faster than a steam drill. Julius Lester's folksy retelling of a popular African-American folk ballad has warmth, tall tale humor, and boundless energy. Jerry Pinkney illustrates the story with "rich colors borrowed from the rocks and the earth, so beautiful that they summon their own share of smiles and tears" (Booklist).
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