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Walt Whitman: Words for America : Words For America

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Walt Whitman: Words for America
Author(s): Barbara Kerley

The pioneering team that brought you Caldecott Honor Book The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins lends their vision, flair, and unique style to Walt Whitman--poet, American icon, Civil War hero.

Did you know that poet Walt Whitman was also a Civil War nurse? Devastated by his country dividing and compelled to service by his brother's war injury, Walt nursed all soldiers--Union and Confederate, black and white. By getting to know them through many intense and affecting experiences, he began to see a greater life purpose: His writing could give these men a voice, and in turn, achieve his highest aspiration--to capture the true spirit of America. Dramatic, powerful, and deeply moving, this consummate portrait of Whitman will inspire readers to pick up their pens and open their hearts to humanity.

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Distinctions and Praise for Walt Whitman: Words for America: (partial listing)Sibert Honor BookALA Notable BookNew York Times Best Illustrated BookNCTE Notable Children's Books in the Language ArtsCBC/NCSS Notable Social Studies Trade Books for Young PeopleParents Choice Silver Award Winner* "A cultural force rendered with power and immediacy for a new generation." --Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Whitman's eloquent voice resonate[s] through the pages, and bountiful source notes remove any doubt of these talented collaborators' affection and admiration for their subject--their enthusiasm is convincing and contagious. --Publishers Weekly, starred review* "Brilliantly inventive paintings add vibrant testimonial to the nuanced text . . . [an] unabashedly glowing tribute." --School Library Journal, starred review"Whitman lovers everywhere should give joyful thanks for this splendid presentation." --Horn Book