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Amadeus: The Leghorn Rooster Written by Delores Nevils and illustrated by Jonathan Green This book features the work of the great Southern artist Jonathan Green. His bright colors and elegant treatment of rural, Southern, African American life are unparalleled by contemporary American artists. The story is a traditional Gullah tale from the Sea Islands about a widow and her menagerie of animals. It is a delightfully open-ended story that can prompt a lot of fun discussions with children. This book makes a great gift and is simply beautiful to see. 2004 Hardcover: $17.95 |