Displaying 1 of 1 2001 Format: Book Author: Sherr, Lynn. Title: America the beautiful : the stirring true story behind our nation's favorite song / Lynn Sherr. Edition: 1st ed. Publisher, Date: New York : Public Affairs, 2001. Description: 125 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 22 cm Summary: In this beautiful, patriotic gift book, colorfully illustrated throughout, ABC News correspondent Lynn Sherr explores the fascinating history of our unofficial national anthem. Full color and b & w photos and illustrations throughout. Subjects: Bates, Katharine Lee, 1859-1929. America the beautiful. Ward, Samuel A., 1848-1903. America the beautiful. Patriotic poetry, American -- History and criticism. National songs -- United States -- History and criticism. United States -- Songs and music -- History and criticism. Genre: Songs. Music. Notes: Includes bibliographical references (page 119) and index. Contents: Introduction -- The poem -- The music -- The song -- The meaning -- The anthem -- The legacy. Web Site: Contributor biographical information Publisher description LCCN: 2001041868 ISBN: 1586480855 9781586480851 Other Number: 47289592 System Availability: 1 Current Holds: 0 # Local items: 1 Control Number: 102572 # Local items in: 1 # System items in: 1 Call Number: 811 Bates Place Hold Add to My List Expand All | Collapse All Availability Map It Suggestions and more Displaying 1 of 1
