The President Sang Amazing Grace

Name: The President Sang Amazing Grace
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781944903848
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By Zoe Mulford

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The President Sang Amazing Grace by Zoe Mulford is a children's book that beautifully retells the events surrounding a poignant moment when President Obama sang "Amazing Grace" during a eulogy for victims of a tragic event. The narrative is enriched with evocative illustrations, capturing themes of empathy, healing, and the unifying power of music in challenging times.
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This book may appeal to you if you're looking for a beautifully illustrated children's book that captures a powerful and historical moment of grace and unity. It reflects on themes of compassion and healing through its narrative, inviting readers of all ages to explore its emotional depth and significance.

The President Sang Amazing Grace

"Adapted from the short film, produced by Rick Litvin, of the song, performed by Joan Baez"--Title page.

Description

Lyrical account of the day President Obama sang with a grieving nation following the 2015 shooting in a black church in Charleston, South Carolina

When nine people were killed in a historic black church in Charleston, South Carolina, in 2015, the nation grieved as one, and when President Barack Obama sang "Amazing Grace" during his eulogy for Reverend Clementa Pinckney, it was acknowledged as one of the most powerful moments of his presidency. Singer/songwriter Zoe Mulford was so moved that she wrote the song "The President Sang Amazing Grace," which was then illustrated by filmmaker and painter Jeff Scher for a video that has been viewed countless times. This book presents the lyrics to the song, Scher's paintings, excerpts from Obama's eulogy, biographies of those who were killed, historical context, and sheet music.

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The President Sang Amazing Grace, illustrated by Jeff Scher, addresses the poignant aftermath of the 2015 Charleston shooting with a sensitive tribute to resilience and remembrance. The book, created from Zoe Mulford's lyrics, pairs evocative text with artistic illustrations, making it not only a reflection on grief but also a tool for initiating discussions with children about tragic events. The inclusion of factual back matter about the event and the Emanuel Nine enriches its educational potential.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781944903848

Publisher: Cameron & Company Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Cameron & Company Inc

Contributors:

Vocal soloist Joan Baez
Illustrated by Jeff Scher

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 305.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 40

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Zoe Mulford

About the Author

Zoe Mulford is a singer/songwriter. She is based in Philadelphia and Manchester, UK. Jeff Scher is an Emmy Award–winning filmmaker, animator, and painter whose work is in the collections of major museums. He resides in New York City.