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Virginia Hamilton (A) and Leo and Dianne Dillon (ILT)
List Price: $13.00 (Paperback - African American Folklore -1993)
Many of the stories in this collection were told among slaves as they dreamt of freedom or remembered their lives in Africa. Hamilton focuses on several themes-animal tales, magical and supernatural tales, and tales of freedom-and following each story is a note explaining its history and meaning. Black-and-white illustrations by Caldecott Medalists Leo and Diane Dillon round out this important book. (192 pgs) Ages 9-12.
- Product Dimensions: 10 x 8 x 0.5 inches
- Shipping Weight: 1.2 pound
