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Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books (Nonfiction Books for Kids, Early Elementary History Books)

hardcover – April 4, 2017
by Markel, Michelle
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ISBN-13: 9780811879224 ISBN-10: 0811879224
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Binding
hardcover
Published
April 4, 2017
Weight
1.0 lbs
Dimensions
28.80×1.30×24.90 cm

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Balderdash!: John Newbery and the Boisterous Birth of Children's Books (Nonfiction Books for Kids, Early Elementary History Books) by Markel, Michelle. hardcover edition. ISBN: 9780811879224.

This rollicking and fascinating picture book biography chronicles the life of the first pioneer of childrens books—John Newbery himself. While most childrens books in the 18th century contained lessons and rules, John Newbery imagined them overflowing with entertaining stories, science, and games. He believed that every book should be made for the readers enjoyment. Newbery—for whom the prestigious Newbery Medal is named—became a celebrated author and publisher, changing the world of childrens books forever. This book about his life and legacy is as full of energy and delight as any young reader could wish.