Description
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s classic “The Song of Hiawatha” weaves together the beautiful oral traditions of the American Indian into a grand epic poem. In this excerpt of some of its most lyrical verses, artist Susan Jeffers illuminates Longfellow’s hypnotic account of Hiawatha’s boyhood. Rich in imagery and detail, the exquisitely rendered paintings introduce readers to one of America’s favorite poems.
Weaving together the beautiful oral traditions of the American Indian into a grand epic poem, Longfellow’s renowned classic is given a stunning visual interpretation by an award-winning artist. A “Booklist” Editor’s Choice Book. Full color.
Puffin Books
Juvenile Nonfiction
Poetry
Edition: General
Keywords: Poetry
