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Unconditional Satisfaction GuaranteeNo Shipping Fees Above 302 Months to Decide. Returns Simplified.The first-everillustratedbiography for children of legendary writer, orator, activist, and intellectual James Baldwin.
Before he became a legendary writer, James Jimmy Baldwin was a young boy from Harlem, New York, who loved stories. He found joy in the rhythm of music, family, and books.
But Jimmy also found the blues, as a Black man living in America.
When he discovered the written word, he discovered true power. Writing gave him a voice. And that voice opened the world to Jimmy. From the publication of the groundbreaking collection of essaysThe Fire Next Timeto his passionate demonstrations during the civil rights movement, Jimmy used his voice fearlessly.
Michelle Meadows, author ofBrave BallerinaandFlying High, introduces young readers to the great American novelist, essayist, poet, playwright, orator, and artist James Baldwin who, with the fire of his pen, dared a nation to dream of a more equitable world filled with love. Brought to life with vivid and striking illustrations by Jamiel Law,Jimmys Rhythm & Blueschronicles the life of an incredible visionary who left an indelible mark on American literature and history.
