LIBERTY’S VOICE: EMMA LAZARUS STORY

Description

“The evocative illustrations marry well with this accessible, appealing story of a woman both ahead of her time and an important American writer who left a lasting literary legacy to every United States citizen.”
–School Library Journal

Emma Lazarus overcame the barriers of her day to become one of the leading poets of the nineteenth century. She used her celebrity to help the poor and impoverished immigrants of Eastern Europe. When the statue Liberty Enlightening the World came to the United States as a gift from France, it was Emma’s poem “The New Colossus” that became forever connected with this American icon. Emma’s words have served as a rallying call to generations of immigrants. In breathtaking color, veteran artist Stacey Schuett brings life to Erica Silverman’s story of one of the great women of America.

Emma Lazarus, one of the leading poets of the 19th century, used her celebrity to help the poor and impoverished immigrants of Eastern Europe. After her death, a plaque engraved her poem OThe New ColossusO was placed at the base of the Statue of Liberty. Full color.
Puffin Books
Juvenile Nonfiction
Poetry
Edition: General, Juvenile Nonfiction
Keywords: Poetry