Ann D. Koffsky What Emma Wrote (Hardback)

What Emma WroteAnn D. KoffskyLabel: Apples and Honey PressDescription: STARRED REVIEW A measured resonant biography that frames writing as civic engagement. —School Library JournalAn eye-opening look at a writer who spoke truth to power. —Kirkus ReviewsHistory made to feel immediate. —Judith MagazineWith its poetic message of welcome the Statue of Liberty holds an important and beloved place in American history. In time for anniversary of our nation's founding this biography of the woman who wrote the now-famous poem on its pedestal has deep relevance for readers today.Emma loved stories loved writing poetry and was curious about the world. When she met poor immigrants arriving in New York City she knew she had to help. And when she was asked to write a poem about the Statue of Liberty she imagined Lady Liberty as a mother welcoming her children home. Her famous poem “The New Colossus is still there on the statue’s pedestal sharing its message of welcome with the world.

"Ann D. Koffsky What Emma Wrote (Hardback) is a great fit for those seeking a book that fosters a love for storytelling and helps young readers develop their imaginative abilities."