John Henry and the Steel-Driving Man
| AUTHOR | Schomp, Virginia |
| PUBLISHER | Cavendish Square Publishing (08/16/2013) |
| PRODUCT TYPE | Hardcover (Library Binding) |
Description
This book is an introduction to the life and story of John Henry whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions, and theater. The story of John Henry takes place in the southern US. His death, from exhaustion, is a symbol for the tireless effort made by many men while participating in the railway boom of the late 1800's. This well-rounded volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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Product Format
Product Details
ISBN-13:
9781608704415
ISBN-10:
1608704416
Binding:
Hardback or Cased Book (Library Binding)
Content Language:
English
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Page Count:
32
Carton Quantity:
0
Product Dimensions:
9.20 x 0.40 x 9.10 inches
Weight:
0.85 pound(s)
Feature Codes:
Bibliography,
Ikids,
Illustrated
Country of Origin:
US
Subject Information
BISAC Categories
Juvenile Nonfiction | Social Science - Folklore & Mythology
Juvenile Nonfiction | African American & Black
Grade Level:
3rd Grade
- 5th Grade
Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level:
3.6
Point Value:
0.5
Interest Level:
Lower Grade
Guided Reading Level:
Not Applicable
Dewey Decimal:
398.2
Library of Congress Control Number:
2010023593
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This book is an introduction to the life and story of John Henry whose superhuman labors has inspired songs, literary compositions, and theater. The story of John Henry takes place in the southern US. His death, from exhaustion, is a symbol for the tireless effort made by many men while participating in the railway boom of the late 1800's. This well-rounded volume contains original artwork, historical context of the story, recounts folktales from diverse cultures and defines words unique to the story.
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