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Made by Hand: A Crafts Sampler

Carole Lexa Schaefer, illustrated by Becca Stadtlander

Made by Hand: A Crafts Sampler, written by Carole Lexa Schaefer, uses handmade objects to examine American history. The collection moves among narrative, poetry, memoir, and journal entries, bringing several kinds of writing to its subject. Gouache illustrations accompany the text and provide its visual component. Candlewick Press (MA) is listed as the publisher of this book, whose ISBN is 9780763674335.

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Themes
Art And Creativity · History · Poetry
Format
Hardcover
Publisher
Candlewick Press (MA)
ISBN-13
9780763674335
Language
English
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