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I, Too, Sing America

Langston Hughes

" 'I, Too, ' one of preeminent African American poet and intellectual Langston Hughes' most influential literary works, is reinstantiated and reinterpreted transhistorically in this board-book adaptation of the 1926 poem. The text reproduces the lines of the poem verbatim while Crumpton's vivid, saturated, digital illustrations present contemporary scenes of a young Black boy's life." --Kirkus Reviews

This beautifully illustrated board book brings to life I, Too, Langston Hughes' iconic American poem about perseverance.

Langston Hughes's inspirational poem I, Too is one of America's most famous. This board book edition brings Hughes's powerful declaration of resilience and hope to young readers.

Book Details

  • Publisher: Little Bee Books
  • Publish Date: Dec 28th, 2021
  • Pages: 20
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 6.90in - 7.00in - 0.40in - 0.50lb
  • EAN: 9781499812701
  • Recommended age: 02-05
  • Categories: Poetry (see also Stories in Verse)Social Themes - Prejudice & RacismAfrican American & Black

About the Author

Langston Hughes is an American poet, social activist, novelist, playwright, and columnist from Joplin, Missouri. He was born on February 1, 1902, and passed away May 22, 1967.

Katie Crumpton is an illustrator and designer who loves drawing cute and whimsical artworks. Her books include More Bees Please!, Dark Water Magic, and Library Alive!. Her primary focus is in children's books, but she is also interested in licensing, animation, and interactive illustration. Katie is a local to the San Francisco Bay Area, selling her work at craft fairs on the weekends.