Follow the Drinking Gourd
Follow the Drinking Gourd by Jeanette Winter is a reprint edition published by Random House Children’s Books on January 15, 1992. This 48-page picture book presents a narrative centered around a peg-leg sailor who assists enslaved individuals in their quest for freedom via the Underground Railroad. Through the story, Peg Leg Joe imparts a song about the drinking gourd, guiding a couple and their son, along with two others, on their escape.
Readers will find a rich visual interpretation of this historical journey, with illustrations rendered in bold colors and a clean, primitive style. The book captures the essence of the 19th-century Civil War period, focusing on themes related to African American history and the struggles faced during this time. The rhythmic nature of the story, combined with its engaging artwork, offers a unique perspective on a significant chapter in American history.
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Illus. in full color. “Winter’s story begins with a peg-leg sailor who aids slaves on their escape on the Underground Railroad. While working for plantation owners, Peg Leg Joe teaches the slaves a song about the drinking gourd (the Big Dipper). A couple, their son, and two others make their escape by following the song’s directions. Rich paintings interpret the strong story in a clean, primitive style enhanced by bold colors. The rhythmic compositions have an energetic presence that’s compelling. A fine rendering of history in picturebook format.”–(starred) Booklist.
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