The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W Service

The Cremation of Sam McGee by Robert W Service

In 1986 Kids Can Press published an edition of Robert Service's ?The Cremation of Sam McGee? illustrated by painter Ted Harrison, who used his signature broad brushstrokes and unconventional choice of color to bring this gritty narrative poem to life. Evoking both the spare beauty and the mournful solitude of the Yukon landscape, Harrison's paintings proved the perfect match for Service's masterpiece about a doomed prospector adrift in a harsh land. Harrison's Illustrator's Notes on each page enhanced both poem and illustrations by adding valuable historical background.

Upon its original publication, many recognized the book as an innovative approach to illustrating poetry for children. For years The Cremation of Sam McGee has stood out as a publishing landmark, losing none of its appeal both as a read-aloud and as a work of art. Kids Can Press proudly publishes this deluxe hardcover twentieth anniversary edition --- complete with a spot-varnished cover, new cover art and heavy coated stock --- of a book that remains as entrancing as a night sky alive with the vibrant glow of the Northern Lights.

Ted Harrison is a well-known artist in Canada. He expertly knows how to connect with youngsters with his vibrant, colorful graphics and simple, humorous text as a former teacher. Children of the Yukon, his debut book, earned multiple accolades, and he was the first Canadian artist to have work admitted into the prestigious Illustrators' Show in Bologna, Italy. Every stunning image that fills his books reflects his enthusiasm for and loyalty to the North. Ted has received numerous awards, including the Orders of British Columbia and Canada. He moved to Canada after falling in love with the country, spending 25 years in the Yukon and then in Victoria, British Columbia.

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ISBN 13	9780919964921
ISBN 10	0919964923
Title	The Cremation of Sam McGee
Author	Robert W Service
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Kids Can Press
Year published	1986-06-30
Number of pages	32
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.