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John Lennon's influence on music and culture is legendary. From a young age, he dreamed of fame and fortune. When he achieved it as one of the Beatles, he recognized the need for a deeper meaning. His inner search for happiness shaped his life and brought new dimension to the world of rock 'n' roll.Doreen Rappaport and Bryan Collier present John Lennon's life through a combination of narrative and song lyrics, cut-paper collage and watercolor art-capturing the energy and the essence of a man whose vision and creative genius continue to inspire people today. Praise for the Big Words series: John's Secret Dreams "This beautiful and stirring tribute will surely send readers to bookshelves and the music stores to learn more about the man." -School Library Journal Martin's Big Words-2002 Caldecott Honor Book-2002 Coretta Scott King Honor Book-Child Magazine Best Book of 2001-New York Times Book Review Best Illustrated Children's Book of 2001 * "A stunning, reverent tribute." -School Library Journal, starred reviewAbe's Honest Words* "Exceptional art, along with Rappaport's and Lincoln's words, makes this a fine celebration of a man who needs little introduction." -Booklist, starred review Eleanor, Quiet No More* "Once again Rappaport celebrates a noble, heroic life in powerful, succinct prose, with prominent, well-chosen, and judiciously placed quotes that both instruct and inspire...Celebrate women in history and in politics with this picture-book life." -School Library Journal, starred review Helen's Big World* "Stirring and awe-inspiring." -The Horn Book, starred review To Dare Mighty Things* "[T]his lavish picture-book biography deftly captures the legendary man's bold, exuberant nature. . . . A truly inspiring tribute to a seemingly larger-than-life U.S. president." -Kirkus Reviews, starred review* "Theodore Roosevelt's big ideas and big personality come together in this splendid picture-book biography." -Booklist, starred review* "Concisely written and yet poetic, this is a first purchase for every library." -School Library Journal, starred review
Series: Big Words
Paperback: 48 pages
Publisher: Disney-Hyperion; Reprint edition (May 10, 2016)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1484749626
ISBN-13: 978-1484749623
Product Dimensions: 10 x 0.2 x 11 inches
Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
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Best Sellers Rank: #465,373 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #33 in Books > Children's Books > Arts, Music & Photography > Music > Popular #110 in Books > Children's Books > Biographies > Performing Arts #325 in Books > Children's Books > Education & Reference > History > United States > 1900s
Age Range: 6 - 8 years
Grade Level: 1 - 3
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