Americans Who Tell the Truth

Shetterly, Robert

ISBN 10: 0525474293 / ISBN 13: 9780525474296

Edité par Dutton Books for Young Readers, 2005

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Synopsis :

As we in the United States have the right to speak the truth, we also have theneed to be told the truth. Throughout history, politicians, writers, environmentalists, political activists, and others have used this freedom to motivate and empower Americans to challenge the status quo. Artist Robert Shetterly's fifty portraits, combined with thought-provoking quotes and concise biographies, offer a powerful view into what it means to be American, to hold American values, and to be part of a democratic society. Included are Frederick Douglass, Rachel Carson, Chief Joseph, Rosa Parks, Cesar Chavez, Mark Twain, Woody Guthrie, and more.

À propos de l'auteur: Robert Shetterly's portraits were inspired by the events surrounding 9/11.A fine artist whose work has been widely exhibited, he has illustrated more than twenty-five books. Mr. Shetterly lives in Maine.

Robert Shetterly's portraits were inspired by the events surrounding 9/11.A fine artist whose work has been widely exhibited, he has illustrated more than twenty-five books. Mr. Shetterly lives in Maine.

Détails bibliographiques

Titre : Americans Who Tell the Truth
Éditeur : Dutton Books for Young Readers
Date d'édition : 2005
Reliure : hardcover
Illustrateur : Shetterly, Robert
Etat : Very Good