Hello, I'm Johnny Cash / G. Neri ; illustrated by A.G. Ford.
2014
JUV 782.421642092 C338n
Available at Juvenile - 1st (Ground) Floor
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Title
Hello, I'm Johnny Cash / G. Neri ; illustrated by A.G. Ford.
Author
Edition
First edition.
ISBN
0763662453
9780763662455
9780763662455
Published
Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2014.
Copyright
©2014
Language
English
Description
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 31 cm
Call Number
JUV 782.421642092 C338n
System Control No.
(OCoLC)869526998
(OCoLC)869526998
(OCoLC)869526998
Summary
A portrait of the legendary country music star is told through lyrical free verse that conveys information about his impoverished childhood and the extraordinary talent that enabled his career and rise to success on the world stage.
"There's never been anyone like music legend Johnny Cash. His deep voice is instantly recognizable, and his heartfelt songs resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds. G. Neri captures Johnny's story in beautiful free verse, portraying an ordinary boy with an extraordinary talent who grew up in extreme poverty, faced incredible challenges, and ultimately found his calling by always being true to the gift of his voice. A.G. Ford's luscious paintings of the dramatic southern landscape of Johnny Cash's childhood illuminate this portrait of a legend, taking us from his humble beginnings to his enormous success on the world stage."-- Provided by publisher.
"There's never been anyone like music legend Johnny Cash. His deep voice is instantly recognizable, and his heartfelt songs resonate with listeners of all ages and backgrounds. G. Neri captures Johnny's story in beautiful free verse, portraying an ordinary boy with an extraordinary talent who grew up in extreme poverty, faced incredible challenges, and ultimately found his calling by always being true to the gift of his voice. A.G. Ford's luscious paintings of the dramatic southern landscape of Johnny Cash's childhood illuminate this portrait of a legend, taking us from his humble beginnings to his enormous success on the world stage."-- Provided by publisher.
Note
"A junior library guide selection."
Bibliography, etc. Note
Includes bibliographical references and a discography.
Audience
Elementary Grade.
Awards
Jefferson Cup winner, 2015.
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