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The Star-Spangled Banner

Peter Spier
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Pages
56
Year
2012
Language
English

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A book for every patriotic American kid!

Never before has the riveting American saga of "The Star-Spangled Banner" been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes:

★ Illustrated lyrics

★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words

★ Musical notation

★ Historical images

★ A reproduction of Key's original manuscript

Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier's magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem's turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag's significance in modern-day America. It's a must-have for every American family's library.

★ A Bank Street Book of the Year

★ An American Bookseller Pick of the Lists

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