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The story follows eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot as she embarks on a dream adventure above her Harlem apartment in 1939. Blending autobiographical elements with fiction, it serves as an allegorical tale rich in symbolic and historical references to African-American culture. The vibrant artwork enhances the narrative, celebrating the universal desire to transcend one's surroundings. This captivating book combines beauty and practicality, making it a delightful read for children.
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Tar Beach, Faith Ringgold
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- Released
- 1996
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- Title
- Tar Beach
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Faith Ringgold
- Publisher
- Turtleback Books
- Released
- 1996
- Format
- Paperback
- ISBN13
- 9780780768567
- Description
- The story follows eight-year-old Cassie Louise Lightfoot as she embarks on a dream adventure above her Harlem apartment in 1939. Blending autobiographical elements with fiction, it serves as an allegorical tale rich in symbolic and historical references to African-American culture. The vibrant artwork enhances the narrative, celebrating the universal desire to transcend one's surroundings. This captivating book combines beauty and practicality, making it a delightful read for children.