Story Painter, John Duggleby
Story Painter, John Duggleby
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Story Painter
The Life of Jacob Lawrence

Author: John Duggleby

Narrator: Myra Lucretia Taylor

Unabridged: 59 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 04/26/2013


Synopsis

A biography of the African American artist who grew up in the midst of the Harlem Renaissance and became one of the most renowned painters of the life of his people.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Priscilla on March 10, 2025

I enjoyed this past winner of the Carter G. Woodson Book Awards. The illustrations are beautiful-by Jacob Lawrence of course!......more

Goodreads review by Dagmar on May 12, 2013

This is a beautiful book about the life of Jacob Lawrence. I love using this book during African-American history month to discuss different points in history and the unique artistry of Jacob Lawrence. Highly recommended. This book is the winner of the Carter G. Woodson Award presented by the Nationa......more

Goodreads review by Aurelia on February 05, 2019

It’s Black History Month and this book is an exceptional resource for teachers and librarians to use in programming for any age. It may be a children’s book, but it has so much to offer on the Harlem Renaissance, African American culture, art, and raw perseverance. How was I not introduced to Jacob......more

Goodreads review by Shila Iris on February 02, 2013

Seeing that I am in love with the work of Jacob Lawrence, I am always glad to read a book about his journey through art. It is fascinating to see how a lot of artists are affiliated and how they come from the same places. J.L. studied and had connections with Charles Alston, Diego Rivera, Augusta Sa......more

Goodreads review by CJ on January 28, 2022

A fascinating read about a fascinating man. definitely someone I want to do more research into!......more