The people could fly american black folktales by virginia hamilton

The people could fly the people could fly audiobook, by virginia hamilton. American black folktales 1985 fiction these twentyfour selections present a significant body of black folklore and bring us closer to the hearts and minds of the people who first told them and passed them on to us. In her prizewinning anthology of american black folktales, the people could fly. Virginia hamilton curated and put these traditionally oral stories in written form, explaining in the foreword that she retold them with the original dialects in order to retain their true sense of. Newbery medalist virginia hamilton tells 24 stories that kept her ancestors culture alive during slavery, from spirited animal trickster tales and robust tall tales to. It is the winner of coretta scott king awards for both author and illustrator. Virginia hamilton books list of books by author virginia.

American black folktales 9780679843368 by hamilton, virginia and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Legend has it that some people in africa could fly, but when they were shipped to america as slaves, they shed their black, shiny wings. American black folktales by virginia hamilton, leo dillon, diane dillon ph. Description the wellknown author retells 24 black american folk tales in sure storytelling voice. Each story tells of a loss of family, beliefs, customs, and language but also celebrates the rich heritage and spirit that continues despite these losses. My favorite story is the final one called the people could fly which tells the story of slaves who finally escaped the fields by flying away. American black folktales by virginia hamilton 2009, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay. Creation stories from around the world, and the people could fly. Stories that are told this way are called folktales. American black folktales by virginia hamilton english pa. In her lifetime, virginia wrote and published 41 books in multiple genres that spanned picture books and folktales, mysteries and science fiction. Virginia hamilton, the first black to win a newbery medal and the first childrens book author to be awarded a macarthur genius grant, won the coretta scott king award for the people could fly. Jos duncans version of the popular african american folktale the people could fly, an excerpt from the show emancipation of a soul. In this treasury, we hear the voice of virginia hamilton a voice that echoes the slaves and fugitives from her own american black ancestry as she tells the stories that keep the culture alive.

Virginia hamilton, storyteller, lecturer, and biographer, was born and raised in yellow springs, oh, which is said to be a station on the underground railroad. The people could fly is an africanamerican folktale anthology by virginia hamilton. And it is a moving tale of those who did not have the opportunity. American black folktales is a 1985 collection of twenty four folktales retold by virginia hamilton and illustrated by leo and diane dillon. The dillons have lent handsome black andwhite paintings to the work, but they seem posed and static. American black folktales hamilton, virginia, dillon, leo, dillon ph. American black folktales told by virginia hamilton. The people could fly is a childrens book which is a collection of folktales. At the time of the anthologys publication, hamilton was among the. Grade 7 narrative the people could flyyy hamilton, virginia. I had to read this in 5th grade and have loved it ever since. The people could fly is an african american folktale anthology by virginia hamilton. The people could fly, virginia hamilton s version of this african american folktale, tells the story of sarah and toby and what happens.

Hamilton, virginia, 19342002 title the people could fly. The wellknown author retells 24 black american folk tales in sure storytelling voice. Leo and diane dillon, recepients of two caldecott medals, have illustrated five books by virginia hamilton. Dec 24, 2009 jos duncans version of the popular african american folktale the people could fly, an excerpt from the show emancipation of a soul. In 1992, virginia was awarded the hans christian andersen medal, which is presented every two years by the international board on books for young people, in. Say that long ago in africa, some of the people knew magic. Still and all, this is a useful collection and a valuable undertaking.

By virginia hamilton illustrated by leo and diane dillon added may 6, 2011. A special picture book featuring only the people could fly is also available. Condition fine in near fine, faintly edge worn dust jacket. The people could fly american black folktales by virginia. With the added attraction of 40 wonderfully expressive paintings by the dillons, this collection should be snapped up. Jane byers bierhorst retold afro american folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, born of the sorrow of the slaves, but passed on in hope. In this treasury, we hear the voice of virginia hamilton a voice that echoes the slaves and fugitives from her own american black ancestry as she tells the stories that keep the cu. American black folktales 1985 won a coretta scott king award, and the dillons here reissue its heartbreaking title story with gorgeous, allnew, fullcolor paintings. A few months back i came across a guest post on book riot, we need diverse books to build character through characters, written by maya payne smart, a writer, and more importantly for my purposes, a reader. The people could fly american black folktales by virginia hamilton isbn. They encompass animal tales including tricksters, fairy tales, supernatural tales,and tales of the enslaved africans including slave narratives. American black folktales by hamilton, virginia published by random house audiobooks 1985. American black folktales 9780679843368 by hamilton, virginia and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at.

The people could fly by virginia hamilton, leo dillon. The people could fly, by virginia hamilton youtube. The people could fly, the title story in virginia hamiltons prizewinning american black folktale collection, is a fantasy tale of the slaves. Virginia was the first african american woman to win the newbery award, for m. American black folktales by hamilton, virginia and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Hamilton tells the stories with a simple power that will make this a classic collection of all ages. The theme of freedom prevails in these 24 africanamerican folktales, most of which came to this country on a slave boat out of africa. Diane dillon these are retold afroamerican folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, born of the sorrow of the slaves, but passed on in hope. American black folktales virginia hamilton, author, leo dillon, illustrator, diane dillon, illustrator alfred a. Savor this bridge to both the past and the future of a people and a nation as you hear these timeless tales brilliantly performed by andrew barnes.

The people could fly is a collection of folktales for ages 8. Exclusive cd narrated by james earl jones and virginia hamilton. Jane byers bierhorst retold afroamerican folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, born of the sorrow of the slaves, but passed on in hope. National book award in category childrens books and the newbery medal in 1975 hamiltons lifetime achievements include the international hans christian andersen. The people could fly american black folktales american black folktales by virginia hamilton illustrated by leo dillon and diane dillon, ph. Hamilton beloved childrens author and newbery medal winner brings this and other african american folktales to life in the people could fly.

Seller the hermitage bookshop, member abaa published 2004. It was published in 1985, with a special audio edition released later, in which the stories were read aloud by hamilton and actor james earl jones. In her prizewinning anthology of american black folktales, the. Virginia hamilton 19362002, a giant in the world of childrens literature, was the first africanamerican woman to win a newbery medal and the first childrens book author to be awarded a macarthur genius grant.

The people could fly virginia hamilton americas most. American black folktales by hamilton, virginia published by random house audiobooks 1985 on. In her lifetime, virginia wrote and published 41 books in multiple genres that spanned picture books and folktales. It is especially noteworthy that theyve combined their talents to present a collection of black american talesa folklore awesome in its richness, power and complexity. With all this in mind, we expect to find here nothing less than fire from the mountain. Virginia hamilton, the first black person to win a newbery medal and the first childrens book author to be awarded a macarthur genius grant, won the coretta scott king award for the people could fly. The people could fly, the title story in virginia hamiltons prizewinning american black folktale collection, is a fantasy tale of.

Dec 21, 2017 the people could fly, the title story in virginia hamiltons prizewinning american black folktale collection, is a fantasy tale of the slaves who possessed the ancient magic words that. This major contribution to childrens literature brings the fascinating range of american black folktales and humor to all children. Virginia hamilton, andrew barnes, blackstone audio, inc audible. The people could fly, virginia hamiltons version of this africanamerican folktale, tells the story of sarah and toby and what happens. Exclusive cd narrated by james earl jones and virginia hamilton audio books from recorded books, llc. The story line comes from virginia hamilton and the storys. Audio books virginia hamilton americas most honored. By virginia hamilton illustrated by leo dillon and diane dillon, ph. Virginia esther hamilton march 12, 1936 february 19, 2002 was an africanamerican childrens books author. Oct 19, 2015 virginia hamilton, the first black person to win a newbery medal and the first childrens book author to be awarded a macarthur genius grant, won the coretta scott king award for the people could fly.

The people could fly, the title story in virginia hamiltons prizewinning american black folktale collection, is a fantasy tale of the slaves who possessed the ancient magic words that enabled them to literally fly away to freedom. See all books authored by virginia hamilton, including in the beginning. In this exclusive 15th anniversary edition, hamilton tells 24. By virginia hamilton illustrated by leo dillon and diane. Though flawed, it brings a good sampling of lore from the past to a new generation of readers. Aug 07, 2018 in her prizewinning anthology of american black folktales, the people could fly, hamilton has gathered and retold a collection of stories that teach us much, move us deeply, and make us laugh out loud. Virginia hamilton, newbery medal winner and recipient of the national book award and the hans christian andersen award, teams up with.

National book award in category childrens books and the newbery medal in 1975. This book retells africanamerican folktales of animals, fantasy, the supernatural, and desire for freedom, which. The theme of freedom prevails in these 24 african american folktales, most of which came to this country on a slave boat out of africa. Since then, she has won three newbery honors and three coretta scott king awards. In her prizewinning anthology of american black folktales, the people could fly, hamilton has gathered and retold a collection of stories that teach us much, move us deeply, and make us laugh out loud. Both the full collection and the picture book can be purchased with a cd featuring. The people could fly, the title story in virginia hamiltons prizewinning american black folktale collection, is a fantasy tale of the slaves who possessed the ancient magic words that. The people could fly virginia hamilton americas most honored.