Synopsis
Awarded the Caldecott Medal in 1941, They Were Strong and Good is a classic book that follows the path of one family’s journey through American history. Robert Lawson introduces us to his forefathers and with them we brave Caribbean storms, travel to the wharf markets of New York, and fight in the Civil War. Amidst these adventures Lawson’s grandparents meet, marry, and raise a family, and later his parents follow the same cycle of life. But this book is more than just the story of one family, it’s a social history of our country. It reminds us to be proud of our ancestors—who they were, what they did, and the effect that they had on the nation we live in today.
None of them were great or famous, but they were strong and good. They worked hard and had many children. They all helped to make the United States the great nation that it now is. Let us be proud of them and guard well the heritage they have left us.
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About the Author
Robert Lawson (1892-1957) received his art training at the New York School of Fine and Applied Arts. His favorite medium, pen and ink, is used expressively and with detail in his black and white illustrations in The Story of Ferdinand (by Munro Leaf). In addition to illustrating many children's books, including Mr. Popper's Penguins, Robert Lawson also wrote and illustrated a number of his own books for children. In 1940, he was awarded the Caldecott Medal for his picture book illustrations in They Were Strong and Good and in 1944, he was awarded the Newbery Medal for his middle grade novel Rabbit Hill.
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Condition: Good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Later Printing. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP98410266
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Condition: Very Good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Later Printing. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 4172667-6
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Condition: Very Good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Later Printing. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in excellent condition. May show signs of wear or have minor defects. Seller Inventory # 4172667-6
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Condition: Good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Later Printing. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # 4728136-6
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Condition: Good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Later Printing. Former library book; may include library markings. Used book that is in clean, average condition without any missing pages. Seller Inventory # GRP98410266
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Condition: good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Fast Free Shipping â" Good condition book with a firm cover and clean, readable pages. Shows normal use, including some light wear or limited notes highlighting, yet remains a dependable copy overall. Supplemental items like CDs or access codes may not be included. Seller Inventory # GWV.0670699497.G
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Condition: very_good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Pages are clean with no markings. May show minor signs of wear or cosmetic defects marks, cuts, bends, or scuffs on the cover, spine, pages, or dust jacket. May have remainder marks on edges. Seller Inventory # DBV.0670699497.VG
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Seller: Goodwill Books, Hillsboro, OR, U.S.A.
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Condition: acceptable. Robert Lawson (illustrator). Fairly worn, but readable and intact. If applicable: Dust jacket, disc or access code may not be included. Seller Inventory # GICWV.0670699497.A
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Seller: Blue Vase Books, Interlochen, MI, U.S.A.
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Condition: good. Robert Lawson (illustrator). The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials. Seller Inventory # 31UJRV000QOR_ns