Love to Langston
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Notable Books in the Language Arts, National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
Original Art Show, Society of Illustrators
This inspiring biography on Langston Hughes celebrates his life through poetry.
Fourteen original poems offer young readers an exciting glimpse into the life of Langston Hughes, one of America's most beloved poets. Each of Medina's engaging poems explores an important theme in Hughes' life - his lonely childhood, his love of language and travel, his dream of writing poetry. Extensive notes at the back of the book expand upon the poems, giving a broader picture of Hughes' life and the time in which he lived. With stunning illustrations by R. Gregory Christie, Love To Langston brings Langston Hughes to life for a new generation of readers.
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* "The whole work is brought to life by Christie's remarkable, compelling illustrations, which perfectly complement each poem in content and mood. Christie also pays subtle homage to the African-American artists who have gone before him by incorporating hints of the styles of Horace Pippin and Jacob Lawrence in his illustrations. This is a treasure to be read and reread--a splendid work." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
* "Medina's words stand on their own while they honor the tradition established by Hughes... Christie's full-page, vibrant illustrations and broad expanses of bold, flat colors and stylized figures invite readers into the world of sharecroppers, ocean liners, and libraries... A stunning collaboration." -- School Library Journal, starred review
"Here are 14 thoughtful poems inspired by the life of Langston Hughes, with extensive commentary and handsome illustrations." -- The New York Times
"Medina's solid research and accessible presentation may well lead readers to the work of Hughes himself." -- Publishers Weekly
"Selections move beyond biography to celebrate Hughes's passions -- jazz, literature, and the Harlem streets -- and the sliding, syncopated beats and unexpected rhymes are reminiscent of spoken-word poetry... Teachers and students will welcome this creative effort, particularly when the text is read with the concluding notes." -- Booklist
Notable Books in the Language Arts, National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)
Bank Street Bookstore Bestseller, Bank Street College of Education
Original Art Show, Society of Illustrators
100 Titles for Reading and Sharing, New York Public Library
