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Poetry for Young People: African American Poetry

The newest addition to the acclaimed Poetry for Young People series shines a light on the power and beauty of African-American verse. Co-editors Arnold Rampersad and Marcellus Blount — both towering figures in literary criticism — have put together an impressive anthology that will open up a world of wonderful word images for children. The classic poems come from some of the most influential and celebrated African-American writers in history, including Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, Countee Cullen, Lucille Clifton, and James Baldwin. Helpful and generous annotations, a lively introduction, and beautiful illustrations by Karen Barbour make this the ideal book to introduce young readers to the marvels of poetry.  

  • Format
  • hardcover
  • Pages
  • 48
  • Language
  • english
  • ISBN
  • 9781402716898
  • Genres
  • poetry, childrens, cultural
  • Release date
  • 2013