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English
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Step into the captivating world of Alice Walker's celebrated novel, "The Color Purple," as it comes to life on the big screen under the masterful direction of Steven Spielberg. This insightful book delves deep into the cinematic adaptation of the novel, exploring every aspect of the movie from its directorial choices to its visual aesthetics. Through a series of in-depth chapters, readers will unravel the intricate layers of this timeless tale and...
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Language
English
Description
The first African American woman to win a Pulitzer Prize in 1983 for The Color Purple-which also won the National Book Award and was adapted into both an award–winning film starring Whoopi Goldberg and a Tony Award–winning Broadway musical-New York Times–bestselling author Alice Walker. Before her success with The Color Purple, Walked penned the two powerful and unforgettable novels collected here. Meridian: This is the story of Meridian Hill,...
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Series
Publisher
Jump!
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
"In this book, early fluent readers will learn why purple loosestrife is considered an invasive species, how this plant has established itself in and impacted new ecosystems, and what scientists are doing to combat the problem. Bright, full-color photographs and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about purple loosestrife and how scientists work to control the spread. An infographic aids understanding, and an activity...
4) Hello, Sun
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Publisher
Neal Porter Books / Holiday House
Pub. Date
2024.
Language
English
Description
"Hello, sun! Goodbye, night! Sunrise chill, pale dawn light. Julie Downing’s signature artwork washes each page in a symphony of blue, green and purple foliage; the sky shifts from amber to pink, buttercup-yellow, or darkest indigo. Sleepy bears, rabbits, deer, and other animals rise from cozy dens and burrows to greet the day"--