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The Star-Spangled Banner by Peter Spier

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The Star-Spangled Banner by Peter Spier

A book for every patriotic American kid

Never before has the riveting American saga of The Star-Spangled Banner been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes:

★ Illustrated lyrics
★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words
★ Musical notation
★ Historical images
★ A reproduction of Key's original manuscript>

Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier's magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem's turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag's significance in modern-day America. It's a must-have for every American family's library.

★ A Bank Street Book of the Year
★ An>American Bookseller Pick of the Lists>

Spier . . . is one of our finest creators of children's books alive.--The New York Times Book Review

Beautifully illustrated by the award-winning artist.--Publishers Weekly

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SKU Unavailable
ISBN 13 9780385376181
ISBN 10 0385376189
Title The Star-Spangled Banner
Author Peter Spier
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Year published 2014-05-27
Number of pages 48
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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