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Synopsis
Climbing Jacob's Ladder is John Langstaff's work celebrating heroes of the bible in African-American Spirituals.
An illustrated collection of black spirituals about Old Testament heroes in which "naive, lively illustrations in brilliant hues depict the Biblical figures as African-Americans might have imagined them, in their own image and likeness, in shades ranging from cafe au lait to molasses." (Patricia Dooley, University of Washington, Seattle)"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Authors
John Meredith Langstaff (1920-2005) was a music educator and author who created the Christmas Revels and wrote the Caldecott Medal-winning children's book Frog Went A-Courtin'.
Ashley Bryan (1923-2022) grew up to the sound of his mother singing from morning to night, and he shared the joy of song with children. A beloved illustrator, he was named a Newbery Honoree for his picture book, Freedom Over Me. He also received the Coretta Scott King--Virginia Hamilton Lifetime Achievement Award, the Laura Ingalls Wilder Award, was a May Hill Arbuthnot lecturer, a Coretta Scott King Award winner, and the recipient of countless other awards and recognitions. His books include Freedom Over Me; Sail Away; Beautiful Blackbird; Beat the Story-Drum, Pum Pum; Let It Shine; Ashley Bryan's Book of Puppets; and What a Wonderful World. He lived in Islesford, one of the Cranberry Isles off the coast of Maine.
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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Margaret K. McElderry Books, 1991
ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
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Condition: very_good. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.0689504942.VG
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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Margaret K. McElderry Books, 1991
ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
Published by
Margaret K. McElderry Books, 1991
ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Once Upon A Time Books, Siloam Springs, AR, U.S.A.
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hardcover. Condition: Good. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear . This is a used book in good condition and may show some signs of use or wear . Seller Inventory # mon0003512439
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder : Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2423553-6
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Wonder Book, Frederick, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fair. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). Signed Copy . Very Good dust jacket. Inscribed by illustrator Ashley Bryan on title page. Front hinge cracking. Seller Inventory # SB20G-01854
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Condition: Good. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). FORMER LIBRARY COPY,MAY HAVE INDENTIFYING STAMPS AND/OR STICKERS BUT REMAINS IN FINE READABLE CONDITION. Former Library book. hardcover 100% of proceeds go to charity! Good condition with all pages in tact. Item shows signs of use and may have cosmetic defects. Seller Inventory # I-07-5261
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0689504942I4N00
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Bryan, Ashley (illustrator). Former library book; Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0689504942I3N10
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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Seller: Betty Mittendorf /Tiffany Power BKSLINEN, Ralston, NE, U.S.A.
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Cloth. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Ashley Bryan (illustrator). First Edition. Blue cloth binding. Color illustration on dj. Dj in mylar wrap. Int. good. Color illustrations. Usual library markings and flaws. Seller Inventory # 143147B
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Climbing Jacob's Ladder: Heroes of the Bible in African-American Spirituals
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ISBN 10: 0689504942
ISBN 13: 9780689504945
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Seller: Betty Mittendorf /Tiffany Power BKSLINEN, Ralston, NE, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Ashley Bryan (illustrator). First Edition. Blue cloth binding. Color illustration on dj. Int. good. Color illustrations. Seller Inventory # 145796B