| American Graphic Contributor(s): Biskup, Agnieszka Jozefina (Author), Collins, Terry Lee (Author), Gunderson, Jessica (Author) |
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ISBN: 1429691638 ISBN-13: 9781429691635 Publisher: Capstone Press
Binding Type: Library Binding - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: July 2012 * Out of Print * Click for more in this series: American Graphic |
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - General - Juvenile Nonfiction | Comics & Graphic Novels - Biography |
| Age Level: 8-14 |
| Grade Level: 3-9 |
| Series: American Graphic |
| Physical Information: 352 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: American Graphic presents the larger than life legends of American history. In these tightly focused graphic novels, you'll explore the lives of Americans who shaped our culture and defined our national identity. Experience the pivotal events that turned their lives into legacies. |
Contributor Bio(s): Gunderson, Jessica: - Jessica Gunderson grew up in the small town of Washburn, North Dakota. She has a bachelor's degree from the University of North Dakota and an MFA in Creative Writing from Minnesota State University, Mankato. She has written more than fifty books for young readers. Her book Ropes of Revolution won the 2008 Moonbeam Award for best graphic novel. She currently lives in Madison, Wisconsin, with her husband and cat.Biskup, Agnieszka Jozefina: - Agnieszka Biskup is a science writer and editor based in Chicago. She is a former editor for the science section of the Boston Globe as well as the children's science magazine Muse. In addition to children's books, she has also written many articles for newspapers, magazines, and websites. Her books have received awards from Learning magazine, the Association of Educational Publishers, and the Society of School Librarians International. Her book Football: How It Works (Capstone Press, 2010) was a Junior Library Guild selection.Collins, Terry Lee: - An award-winning newspaper reporter and columnist, Terry Collins now writes fiction, nonfiction, poetry, and graphic novels for readers of all ages. Some of his latest titles include biographies of Elvis Presley and Louis Armstrong. A National Board Certified English instructor, he now teaches literature and creative writing in his hometown of Mount Airy, North Carolina.Yomtov, Nel: - Nel Yomtov is a writer of children's nonfiction books and graphic novels. He specializes in writing about history, country studies, science, and biography. His graphic novel adaptation, Jason and the Golden Fleece, published by Stone Arch Books/Capstone was a winner of the 2009 Moonbeam Children's Book Award and the 2011 Lighthouse Literature Award. Nel is an avid American military history buff and has written two additional graphic novels for Capstone, True Stories of World War I and True Stories of the Civil War. He lives in the New York City area.Byers, Michael: - Michael Byers uses his optimistic and whimsical attitude to create fun, dynamic, and emotionally driven illustrations. His line work is deliberate and full of energy achieving an instant organic feel to his images. Michael loves a great cup of coffee, listening to great music, and watching stand up comedy. He lives in lovely Hamilton, Ontario, Canada with his wife and two cats. When he's not doing illustrations you can find him drawing. |
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