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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 811.52
EAN: 9780525467342
ISBN: 0525467343
Label: Dutton Juvenile
Manufacturer: Dutton Juvenile
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 32
Publication Date: September 24, 2001
Publisher: Dutton Juvenile
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Sales Rank: 66057
Studio: Dutton Juvenile
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Book Description:
Ever since it was published in 1978, the picture-book presentation of Robert Frost's poem 'Stopping by Woods on a Snowy Evening' has been an enduring favorite. For this special edition with a new design, trim size, and three new spreads, Susan Jeffers has added more detail and subtle color to her sweeping backgrounds of frosty New England scenes. There are more animals to find among the trees, and the kindly figure with his 'promises to keep' exudes warmth as he stops to appreciate the quiet delights of winter. The handsome new vellum jacket will attract new and old fans as it evokes a frost-covered windowpane. This celebration of a season makes an ideal holiday gift for a child, a teacher, or a host.
Amazon.com:
Robert Frost's well-known poem takes on new life in its first picture-book adaptation. The poem--long appreciated for its strong rhythm and evocative images--leaves readers wondering, 'Where was the man going on the darkest night of the year?' and 'Why on earth did he stop by the woods in a snowstorm?' Artist Susan Jeffers answers these questions visually--the kindly older gentleman who narrates the poem stops his sleigh to feed the forest birds and creatures. He stops once more to visit his daughter and grandchildren, then is off again through a blizzard, with many miles to go before he can sleep. The silent beauty of a snowy night shines through Jeffers's artwork; the man's clothing and blanket are the only bright touches of color in the white and wintry world of the woods. This quiet yet powerful book has a magic all its own. (Ages 4 to 7)
Customer Reviews
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Rating:  - Robert Frost Stopping by a Wood on a Snowy Evening
Had seen and read this book while visiting in a third grade classroom. The poem, of course, was familiar but the illustration of this particular book were wonderful. Bought the book for my husband for Valentine's day and he is a fond of it as I am. We're looking forward to reading it to our youngest grandchild.
Rating:  - Why make a poem with mature themes into a children's book?
The poem "Stopping by the Woods on a Snowy Evening" is certainly open to any person's individual interpreation. However, by illustrating it and turning it into a children's book, one is imposing a rather 'childish' interpretation on a poem which can have a deeper meaning. Perhaps there is some literature that should be left for kids to explore when they are older instead of trying to "dumb down" everything and hence lose its impact and meaning.
Rating: - pretty little book
of course the poem is lovely and the book presents it beautifully. i bought it for a baby whose mother will read it over and over...and i'm getting one for me.
Rating: - Awesome
Illustrations and subtle backgrounds on each page add imagination to this already beautiful poem. Children will later remember this book as a favorite childhood experience.
Rating: - Amazing Illustrations for this wonderful poem
This is my very favorite Robert Frost poem. The incredible illustrations in this book bring it to life in a very special way. This book is nothing short of inspiring and one that I will share over and over again with those I love.... young and old!
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Dewey Decimal Number: 811.52
EAN: 9780525467342
ISBN: 0525467343
Label: Dutton Juvenile
Manufacturer: Dutton Juvenile
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 32
Publication Date: September 24, 2001
Publisher: Dutton Juvenile
Reading Level: Ages 9-12
Sales Rank: 66057
Studio: Dutton Juvenile