A book for every patriotic American kid!
Never before has the riveting American saga of "The Star-Spangled Banner" been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes:
? Illustrated lyrics
? The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words
? Musical notation
? Historical images
? A reproduction of Key's original manuscript
Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier's magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem's turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag's significance in modern-day America. It's a must-have for every American family's library.
| ISBN: | 9780440406976 |
| Publication date: | 1st February 1992 |
| Author: | Peter Spier |
| Publisher: | Dragonfly Books an imprint of Random House Children's Books |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 56 pages |
| Genres: |
History Warfare & Battles Poetry Books for Children |