A Natural Man
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Age Range
7 - 12
Copyright Year
2014-09-16
Page Count
48
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
2nd - 7th
ISBN
9781939160850
Lexile
800
Themes
folklore
heavy machinery
courage

A Natural Man: The True Story of John Henry

Written by Steve Sanfield and Illustrated by Peter J. Thornton

Experience the legendary American folktale of John Henry, a powerful steel-driving man who became a symbol of courage and strength. This masterful retelling follows his journey from birth to his famous race against a steam drill during the industrial age.

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Age Range
7 - 12
Copyright Year
2014-09-16
Page Count
48
Publisher
August House
Grade Level
2nd - 7th
ISBN
9781939160850
Lexile
800
Themes
folklore
heavy machinery
courage