My Dream of Martin Luther King by Faith Ringgold - ISBN: 9780517885772
Paperback
Dream of MLK inspires hope for peace in moving, artistic tale.

My Dream of Martin Luther King

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  • Paperback

    32 pages

  • Release Date

    7 December 1998

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Summary

Learn about the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with this inspiring children’s book, perfect for reading together as a family. From acclaimed artist Faith Ringgold, the Coretta Scott King and Caldecot Honor winning creator of Tar Beach.

Faith Ringgold brings her own voice and artistic vision to the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and the history of the civil rights movement. Illustrated with the dramatic folk-modern paintings for which Faith Ringgold is renowned, this inspiring…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780517885772
ISBN-10:0517885778
Author:Faith Ringgold
Publisher:Random House USA Inc
Imprint:Random House USA Children's Books
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:32
Release Date:7 December 1998
Weight:187g
Dimensions:305mm x 236mm x 3mm
Series:Dragonfly Bks.
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Critics Review

“A personal, heartfelt interpretation of King’s Legacy….Innovative and stirring.” –Publishers Weekly, starred review“Ringgold’s pictures are strong and powerful--there is an intensity to this that will affect readers.” –Booklist “Eloquent and expressive….This is [Faith Ringgold’s] most accesible work since Tar Beach.” –Kirkus Reviews

About The Author

Faith Ringgold

Faith Ringgold was born in Harlem in 1930. She received a degree in art education from the City College of New York and was an art teacher long before she became a professional artist. She is best known for her painted story quilts, some of which hang in the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Tar Beach, Ringgold’s first book for children, won the Coretta Scott King Award for illustration and was named a Caldecott Honor Book. Her other picture books include Aunt Harriet’s Underground Railroad in the Sky, My Dream of Martin Luther King, Cassie’s Word Quilt, and We Came to America.

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