“America’s most beloved illustrator, Norman Rockwell, and the talented author, George Mendoza, together created this extraordinary, full-cover alphabet book. Conveying the essence of Americans , it is a tribute to the nation’s Bicentennial. Norman Rockwell is unequalled in his ability to capture a moment that tells a story. Through the paintings in this book, which have become favorites with generations of people, Rockwell has recreated homely traditions, scenes from everyday life, and noteworthy events as only the master chronicler of the American scene could paint them: nine generations of an American family tree-the humor in the historic mixture; a Thanksgiving Day gathering-the warmth and joy in a family’s celebration; the first manned landing on the moon-the magnitude of that moment. George Mendoza’s verse, presented in an ABC format, is a lyrical complement to the pictures, highlighting the Americana theme expressed in each painting. Opposite each painting is a letter of the alphabet featured in large, bold, colorful type. A pleasurable and inviting introduction to the alphabet, Norman Rockwell’s Americana ABC is a beautiful art book and a memorable Bicentennial volume to be cherished by every member of the family regardless of age.”
Hardcover with dust jacket. Former library book with typical markings and some general wear. No issues
“America’s most beloved illustrator, Norman Rockwell, and the talented author, George Mendoza, together created this extraordinary, full-cover alphabet book. Conveying the essence of Americans , it is a tribute to the nation’s Bicentennial. Norman Rockwell is unequalled in his ability to capture a moment that tells a story. Through the paintings in this book, which have become favorites with generations of people, Rockwell has recreated homely traditions, scenes from everyday life, and noteworthy events as only the master chronicler of the American scene could paint them: nine generations of an American family tree-the humor in the historic mixture; a Thanksgiving Day gathering-the warmth and joy in a family’s celebration; the first manned landing on the moon-the magnitude of that moment. George Mendoza’s verse, presented in an ABC format, is a lyrical complement to the pictures, highlighting the Americana theme expressed in each painting. Opposite each painting is a letter of the alphabet featured in large, bold, colorful type. A pleasurable and inviting introduction to the alphabet, Norman Rockwell’s Americana ABC is a beautiful art book and a memorable Bicentennial volume to be cherished by every member of the family regardless of age.”
Hardcover with dust jacket. Former library book with typical markings and some general wear. No issues
