Follow the Drinking Gourd

Dragonfly Books

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UPC:
9780679819974
Maximum Purchase:
2 units
Binding:
Paperback
Publication Date:
1/15/1992
Release Date:
1/15/1992
Author:
Winter, Jeanette
Language:
English: Published; English: Original Language; English
Edition:
Reprint
Pages:
48
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Illus. in full color. "Winter's story begins with a peg-leg sailor who aids slaves on their escape on the Underground Railroad. While working for plantation owners, Peg Leg Joe teaches the slaves a song about the drinking gourd (the Big Dipper). A couple, their son, and two others make their escape by following the song's directions. Rich paintings interpret the strong story in a clean, primitive style enhanced by bold colors. The rhythmic compositions have an energetic presence that's compelling. A fine rendering of history in picturebook format."--(starred) Booklist.