1939

Mei Li

Mei Li

Thomas Handforth was not Chinese, but that did not stop him from publishing one of the most iconic children’s books of the time in 1939, dedicated to the peculiarities of Chinese culture and tradition. A successful American engraver and artist, Handforth traveled a lot, having traveled almost half the world. […]

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Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln

A classic picture book biography of the 16th President of the United States. With luminous lithograph illustrations and a warm narrative, the d’Aulaires bring to life Lincoln’s childhood on the frontier, his love of learning, and his journey toward leadership. Winner of the 1940 Caldecott Medal, this book remains a […]

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