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The Star-spangled Banner

Name: The Star-spangled Banner
ISBN: 9780440406976

Peter Spier

Random House Children's Books · Print & ebook · February 1, 1992

Reading lane: Patriotic Holidays

A Picture Books pick for readers exploring The Star-spangled Banner.

Patriotic Holidays U.S. History Symbols & Monuments history

poetry

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Why This Clicks

Anthem in Context

Read the national anthem through its history, lyrics, and visual record.

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The War of 1812 and the battle behind the anthem
A closer look at a familiar national symbol

Expect

Illustrated lyrics and musical notation
Historical images and a reproduction of Key’s manuscript

Book Details

Authors: Peter Spier
Publisher: Random House Children's Books
Published: February 1, 1992
Format: Print & ebook
Theme: Patriotic Holidays · Symbols & Monuments
Reading lane: Patriotic Holidays

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Military & Wars
19th Century U.S.
Poetry

About This Book

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Celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States with this book for every patriotic American kid! Never before has the riveting American saga of "The Star-Spangled Banner" been so beautifully and thoroughly presented. This info-packed story of our national anthem includes: ★ Illustrated lyrics ★ The fascinating history of the War of 1812 and the battle that inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the words ★ Musical notation ★ Historical images ★ A reproduction of Key's original manuscript Caldecott Medalist Peter Spier's magnificent tribute takes readers from our anthem's turbulent origins at the Battle of Baltimore through the flag's significance in modern-day America. It's a must-have for every American family's library.