African American Poetry

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Publisher
Sterling
Publication Date
2013.
Language
English

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The newest addition to the acclaimed Poetry for Young People series shines a light on the power and beauty of African-American verse. Co-editors Arnold Rampersad and Marcellus Blount'both towering figures in literary criticism'have put together an impressive anthology that will open up a world of wonderful word images for children. The classic poems come from some of the most influential and celebrated African-American writers in history, including Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, Countee Cullen, Lucille Clifton, and James Baldwin. Helpful and generous annotations, a lively introduction, and beautiful illustrations by Karen Barbour make this the ideal book to introduce young readers to the marvels of poetry.  

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Contributors
Barbour, Karen illustrator., ill
Blount, Marcellus editor., edt
Rampersad, Arnold editor., edt
ISBN
9781402716898

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