John Henry

By Julius Lester, Jerry Pinkney (Illustrator)

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Pinkney's earthy, craggy pencil and watercolor illustrations capture both the power and the humanity of this African-American folk-hero. Masterful use of light and shadow portray the strength and mass of the Allegheny Mountains, which match the magnitude of John Henry, while delicate shading and mottled color suggest the detail of a realistic natural setting enlivened with touches of whimsy.

Fiction, Folklore & Fairy Tales
Randolph Caldecott Medal 1995 (Honor Title)
Age: Middle
Format: Book
ISBN: 9780803716063

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