The Star-Spangled Banner (Reading rainbow books)

by Peter Spier

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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

"Spier . . . is one of our finest creators of children's books alive."—The New York Times Book Review

"Beautifully illustrated by the award-winning artist."—Publishers Weekly
  • ISBN10 0385376189
  • ISBN13 9780385376181
  • Publish Date 27 May 2014 (first published 19 September 1973)
  • Publish Status Out of Stock
  • Out of Print 10 August 2020
  • Publish Country US
  • Imprint Doubleday Books for Young Readers
  • Format Hardcover
  • Pages 48
  • Language English