American Tall Tales
by Mary Osborne
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Retellings of stories about famous American folk heroes. This collection includes tales about Paul Bunyan, John Henry, Sally Ann Thunder, Ann Whilrlwind, and many others. Illustrated with color wood engravings.
Editions of American Tall Tales
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Audio Cassette |
Publisher Audio Bookshelf |
Date 2002 |
Price $8.48 |
 Very Good |
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Compact Disc |
Publisher Audio Bookshelf |
Date 2002 |
Price $17.79 |
NEW |
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Hardcover |
Publisher Alfred a Knopf Inc |
Date 1991 |
Price $8.88 |
Fine |
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Binding/Format Reinforced Hardcover |
Publisher Random House Childrens Books |
Date 1991 |
Price $3.94 |
Used, Good |
Publisher Notes
Illus. in full color. Upstarts like Davy Crockett, giants like Paul Bunyan, and gentle souls like Johnny Appleseed are among the nine "tall" heroes featured in this exuberant collection of traditional American folk tales. "McCurdy's intricate wood engravings set these larger-than-life folk on majestic landscapes brimming with energy, rich with wildlife and local color. The author's thoughtful introduction and notes round out this superlative offering."--(starred) School Library Journal.
Synopses
A collection of tall tales about such American folk heroes as Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind, Pecos Bill, John Henry, and Paul Bunyan.
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