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Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song Andrea Davis Pinkney

Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song By Andrea Davis Pinkney

Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song by Andrea Davis Pinkney


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Summary

In celebration of the 50th anniversary of The Great March on Washington, an exploration of the intersecting stories of Martin Luther King, Jr. and gospel singer Mahalia Jackson and the historic moment when their two powerful voices united.

Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song Summary

Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song by Andrea Davis Pinkney

They were each born with the gift of gospel. Martin's voice kept people in their seats, but also sent their praises soaring. Mahalia's voice was brass-and-butter - strong and smooth at the same time. With Martin's sermons and Mahalia's songs, folks were free to shout, to sing their joy. On August 28, 1963, MLK Jr. gave his famous I Have a Dream speech from the steps of the Lincoln Memorial and his strong voice and powerful message were joined and lifted in song by world-renowned gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. It was a moment that changed the course of history and is imprinted in minds forever. Told through Andrea's poetic prose and Brian's evocative illustration, the stories of these two powerful voices and lives are told side-by-side - as they would one day walk -- following the journey from their youth to a culmination at this historical event when they united as one. Published in coordination with the 50th anniversary of this momentous occasion, this new picture book will pay tribute to two great voices of the civil rights movement, inspiring kids to find their own voices and speak up for what is right.

About Andrea Davis Pinkney

Andrea Davis Pinkney is the author of many acclaimed picture books and young adult novels, and she received a Coretta Scott King Book Award Author Honor for Let It Shine: Stories of Black Women Freedom Fighters. She is a children's book editor at a major publishing company. Brian Pinkney has illustrated numerous books for children, including two Caldecott Honor books, and he has written and illustrated several of his own books. Brian has received the Coretta Scott King Book Award for Illustration and three Coretta Scott King Book Award Honor medals. Andrea and Brian are a husband-and-wife team who live with their children in New York City.

Additional information

GOR009810229
9780316070133
0316070130
Martin and Mahalia: His Words, Her Song by Andrea Davis Pinkney
Used - Very Good
Hardback
Little, Brown & Company
20130730
40
Short-listed for Black-Eyed Susan Award (Picture Book) 2014
Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.
This is a used book - there is no escaping the fact it has been read by someone else and it will show signs of wear and previous use. Overall we expect it to be in very good condition, but if you are not entirely satisfied please get in touch with us

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