Swamp Angel
Swamp Angel by Anne Isaacs, published by Puffin Books in 2000, is a vibrant children’s fiction title that spans 40 pages. This reprint features a captivating tall tale set against the backdrop of the American frontier, showcasing the extraordinary feats of its protagonist, who can lasso tornadoes and outmatch a formidable bear named Thundering Tarnation. The narrative is complemented by striking folk-art illustrations from Caldecott Medal-winning artist Paul O. Zelinsky, enhancing the humor and exaggeration inherent in the story.
Readers will discover a whimsical adventure that highlights themes of frontier and pioneer life through its imaginative storytelling. The book presents a blend of irony and good humor, making it an engaging read for children. With its focus on tall tales and the unique character of Swamp Angel, this edition invites young readers to explore the rich tradition of storytelling that celebrates larger-than-life figures and their remarkable exploits.
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Swamp Angel can lasso a tornado, and drink an entire lake dry. She single-handedly defeats the fearsome bear known as Thundering Tarnation, wrestling him from the top of the Great Smoky Mountains to the bottom of a deep lake. Caldecott Medal-winning artist Paul O. Zelinsky’s stunning folk-art paintings are the perfect match for the irony, exaggeration, and sheer good humor of this original tall tale set on the American frontier.
A Caldecott Honor Book
An ALA Notable Book
A Time magazine Best Book of the Year
A New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book of the Year
Winner of the Boston Globe/Horn Book Award
A Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year
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