  | And she was loved : Toni Morrison's life in stories Author: Pinkney, Andrea Davis | |
| Price: $23.78 | ||
Summary:
Stunning poetry and illustrations introduce a new generation to the beloved literary icon Toni Morrison.
| Illustrator: | Minter, Daniel |
Reviews:
Kirkus Reviews (+) (11/15/24)
School Library Journal (+) (00/11/24)
Booklist (+) (00/11/24)
Full Text Reviews:
Other - 11/11/2024 Reiteratively employing the refrain "And she was loved...," this telling traces the life and work of Toni Morrison (1931-2019), from sidewalk chalk drawings made during her Lorain, Ohio, childhood to a legacy borne of "griot grit." While managing single motherhood and nurturing Black writers’ dreams as a book editor, "you manage a scribbled story about a Black girl wishing for sapphire eyes, " leading to further works, and eventually to awards including "Pulitzer./ Nobel./ Presidential Medal." Reverent lines from Davis Pinkney use the language of "planting and tilling" throughout. Background washes by Minter, a study in radiant paintwork, overflow with white-outlined flowers that represent "Chloe Ardelia," Morrison’s given name, which means "blooming floret." More glowing tribute than straight biography, it’s a soulful paean to a beloved creator. Back matter includes creators’ notes, biographical details, and a timeline. Ages 4-8. (Jan.) - Copyright 2024
