Author(s): Jeanette Winter
Format: Paperback
No. of Pages: 48
Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf
Language: English
Date Published: 1992-01-15
Dimensions: 248.92 x 271.78 x 5.08mm
Publication City/Country: New York, United States
Edition: Reprint
Illustrations: colour illustrations

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.
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