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Her Stories: African American Folktales, Fairy Tales, and True Tales [Coretta Sc

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Condition
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ISBN
9780590473705
Book Title
Her Stories : African American Folktales, Fairy Tales and True Tales
Publisher
Scholastic, Incorporated
Item Length
11 in
Publication Year
1995
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Illustrator
Dillon, Diane, Dillon, Leo, Yes
Item Height
0.7 in
Author
Virginia Hamilton
Genre
Social Science, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Topic
Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, General, Girls & Women, Ethnic Studies / African American Studies
Item Weight
30.3 Oz
Item Width
8.5 in
Number of Pages
128 Pages

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Gracefully told by Newbery Medalist Virginia Hamilton, this collection of 19 stories focuses on the magical lore and wondrous imaginings of Black women. Vibrant paintings by Caldecott Medallists Leo and Diane Dillon glow with the drama and mystery of each tale while reflecting the warmth and beauty of the people who first told them.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Scholastic, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0590473700
ISBN-13
9780590473705
eBay Product ID (ePID)
218895

Product Key Features

Book Title
Her Stories : African American Folktales, Fairy Tales and True Tales
Number of Pages
128 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1995
Topic
Fairy Tales & Folklore / Country & Ethnic, General, Girls & Women, Ethnic Studies / African American Studies
Illustrator
Dillon, Diane, Dillon, Leo, Yes
Genre
Social Science, Juvenile Fiction, Juvenile Nonfiction
Author
Virginia Hamilton
Format
Hardcover

Dimensions

Item Height
0.7 in
Item Weight
30.3 Oz
Item Length
11 in
Item Width
8.5 in

Additional Product Features

Intended Audience
Juvenile Audience
Dewey Edition
20
Reviews
" The storytelling is dramatic and direct in this collection of 19 tales... The Dillon's glowingly detailed acrylic illustrations extend the horror, comedy, rhythm, and spirit of the tales." Booklist - starred review"...these are tales to be read over and over again." - PW - starred review".. It's hard to envision the shelf- children's or adult - on which this volume doesn't belong." - Kirkus pointer review"Virginia Hamilton and the Dillons have produced yet another superb offering.. The book is a gallery of beautiful women of color. Entrancing and important, this notable colloaboration desrves a wide success." - SLJ- starred review", " The storytelling is dramatic and direct in this collection of 19 tales... The Dillon's glowingly detailed acrylic illustrations extend the horror, comedy, rhythm, and spirit of the tales." Booklist - starred review "...these are tales to be read over and over again." - PW - starred review ".. It's hard to envision the shelf- children's or adult - on which this volume doesn't belong." - Kirkus pointer review "Virginia Hamilton and the Dillons have produced yet another superb offering.. The book is a gallery of beautiful women of color. Entrancing and important, this notable colloaboration desrves a wide success." - SLJ- starred review ", "The storytelling is dramatic and direct in this collection of 19 tales... The Dillons' glowingly detailed acrylic illustrations extend the horror, comedy, rhythm, and spirit of the tales." -- Booklist , starred review "...these are tales to be read over and over again." -- Publishers Weekly , starred review "It's hard to envision the shelf -- children's or adult -- on which this volume doesn't belong." -- Kirkus Reviews , starred review "Virginia Hamilton and the Dillons have produced yet another superb offering... The book is a gallery of beautiful women of color. Entrancing and important, this notable collaboration deserves a wide success." -- School Library Journal , starred review
Lccn
94-033055
Grade from
Preschool
Dewey Decimal
398.2/082
Grade to
Third Grade
Lc Classification Number
Gr111.A47h35 1995
Copyright Date
1995

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  • Love ie

    I had this book as a child so glad to have it back

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: betterworldbooks

  • One of the best

    I got this book as a gift when I was little and now years later, I felt the craving to have it. The stories are interesting and refreshing. I would highly recommend it to any woman, young or old. have a great reading experience by buying this!

  • Great compilation

    This is a great compilation of stories.

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: textbooks_source

  • great value

    Wanted a different book besides the ordinary stories heard growing up. Book does not disappoint and the artwork/pictures alone are worth the price of book.

  • Book to be Loved and cherished.

    This Book Is a heirloom for my Children And Should be Cherished I now have two One for me! LOVE IT!