The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading Rainbow)
Francis Scott Key
ISBN 10: 0385234015 ISBN 13: 9780385234016
Published by Doubleday Books for Young Reader, 1986
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Synopsis:
A concise history of the national anthem, with the lyrics of the "Star Spangled Banner," music for piano and guitar chords, and a reproduction of Key's original manuscript
About the Author: On his arrival in the United States in 1952, PETER SPIER became one of this country's most popular and renowned illustrators. His books, acclaimed by critics and readers alike, have won numerous awards and honors: Noah's Ark won the Caldecott Medal and The Fox Went Out on a Chilly Night was a Caldecott Honor Book. People was awarded the Christopher Medal and was also nominated for an American Book Award and received the National Mass Media Award from the National Conference of Christians and Jews for "outstanding contributions to better human relations and the cause of brotherhood." Mr. Spier was born and educated in Amsterdam. Before coming to the United States he served in the Royal Dutch Navy. He illustrated over one hundred books, and his work can be found in museums and private collections across the country. In addition to illustrating and writing, Mr. Spier was an avid and celebrated builder of model ships. Peter Spier died in 2017, at the age of 89.
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Bibliographic Details
Title: The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading Rainbow)
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Reader
Publication Date: 1986
Binding: Paperback
Illustrator: Peter Spier
Condition: Very Good