A Library by Nikki Giovanni (English) Hardcover Book

Description: A Library by Nikki Giovanni, Erin K. Robinson In this lyrical picture book, world-renowned poet, New York Times bestselling author, and Coretta Scott King Honor winner Nikki Giovanni and fine artist Erin Robinson craft an ode to the magic of a library as a place not only for knowledge but also for imagination, exploration, and escape.In what other place can a child "sail their dreams" and "surf the rainbow" without ever leaving the room This ode to libraries is a celebration for everyone who loves stories, from seasoned readers to those just learning to love words, and it will have kids and parents alike imagining where their library can take them.This inspiring read-aloud includes stunning illustrations and a note from Nikki Giovanni about the importance of libraries in her own childhood. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Author Biography Poet, activist, mother and professor Nikki Giovanni was born in 1943, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Over the span of thirty years, Nikki has received nineteen honorary degrees from colleges and universities. Review "Powerful.... Playful and inspiring. Every lover of books, young or old, will see themselves in this story." — Booklist (starred review)"Poetic lines sing libraries praises in this brief tribute from Giovanni... Chromatic digital renderings by Robinson accompany the text, layering geometric shards of color and light." — Publishers Weekly"Vibrant, carefully composed digital illustrations, with bright colors that invite readers in.... A lushly illustrated homage to librarians." — Kirkus Reviews"In this picture-book celebration of libraries and reading, poet Giovanni writes about the Carnegie Library, which she regularly visited as a child. Robinsons digital art resembles vibrant collages." — Horn Book Magazine"Poetic text and evocative, textured illustrations work in concert to show how books and libraries enable people to imagine other lives—including other versions of their own selves.... A must-have." — School Library Journal Review Quote "Vibrant, carefully composed digital illustrations, with bright colors that invite readers in... A lushly illustrated homage to librarians." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review) Details ISBN0358387655 Author Erin K. Robinson Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 0358387655 ISBN-13 9780358387657 Format Hardcover Pages 32 Illustrations Illustrations, unspecified; Illustrations, unspecified Country of Publication United States Publication Date 2022-11-10 Audience Age 4-8 Illustrator Erin K. Robinson Publisher HarperCollins Publishers Inc Place of Publication New York US Release Date 2022-11-10 UK Release Date 2022-11-10 DEWEY 813.6 Audience Children / Juvenile Imprint Versify AU Release Date 2023-05-03 NZ Release Date 2023-05-03 Imprint US Versify Publisher US HarperCollins We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:142630870;

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