Name: They Were Strong and Good
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Author: Robert Lawson
ISBN: 9780670699490

Type

Physical Book

Author

Robert Lawson

Publisher

Viking Books for Young Readers

Year

1983

Language

English

Pages

Format

Hardcover

Dimensions

26.2 x 21.6 x 1.2 cm

Weight

0.48 kg.

ISBN

0670699497

ISBN13

9780670699490

Synopsis "They Were Strong and Good "

Awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1941, They Were Strong and Good is a classic book that follows the path of one family's journey through American history. Robert Lawson introduces us to his forefathers and with them we brave Caribbean storms, travel to the wharf markets of New York, and fight in the Civil War. Amidst these adventures Lawson's grandparents meet, marry, and raise a family, and later his parents follow the same cycle of life. But this book is more than just the story of one family, it's a social history of our country. It reminds us to be proud of our ancestors--who they were, what they did, and the effect that they had on the nation we live in today. None of them were great or famous, but they were strong and good. They worked hard and had many children. They all helped to make the United States the great nation that it now is. Let us be proud of them and guard well the heritage they have left us.

Robert Lawson

(Author)

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Robert Lawson (1892-1957) was an American writer and illustrator, known for his contributions to children's literature. He was educated at the University of Massachusetts and developed a prolific career that spanned both writing and illustration. Lawson gained recognition for his detailed style and his ability to capture the essence of his characters.

Among his most notable works are "The Little Train of Wishes" (1934) and "Ben and Me" (1939), which he co-wrote with author and journalist Robert Burch. Additionally, he was the illustrator for Munro Leaf's "The Story of Ferdinand." His work earned him numerous awards, including the Caldecott Medal in 1945 for his illustration of "The Wind in the Willows" (1939). His legacy continues in the world of children's literature.

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