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An Earth Song (Petite Poems)

Series: Petite Poems
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An illustrated adaptation of Langston Hughes's cherished poem, An Earth Song (Petite Poems) celebrates the joy of spring as a child watches the world awaken from winter, embracing new beginnings and the beauty of nature's renewal.
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An illustrated adaptation of a Langston Hughes poem where a child delights as the world around him awakens from winter and comes to life with the long-awaited arrival of spring and new beginnings of all kinds.

Discover the power and joy of poetry in this simple, modern introduction to Langston Hughes, featuring an ode to spring and long-awaited new beginnings

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In this illustrated adaptation of a beloved Langston Hughes poem, a child delights as the world around him awakens from winter and comes to life with the long-awaited arrival of spring and new beginnings of all kinds.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781951836931

Publisher: Cameron & Company Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Cameron & Company Inc

Illustration: Full-color illustrations throughout

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Tequitia Andrews

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 203.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 24

About the Author

Langston Hughes (1901–1967) was an American poet, writer, columnist, civil rights activist, and one of the leaders of the Harlem Renaissance.
Tequitia Andrews is an artist and illustrator from Richmond, Virginia. Her illustrations have been included in Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls: 100 Real-Life Tales of Black Girl Magic and numerous YA novel covers. Earth Song is her first full-length picture book and her first book with Cameron Kids.

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