Newbery Medal Winner
Daniel Boone
by James Daugherty
Summary
This biography recounts the life of the American frontiersman Daniel Boone, following his explorations through the Cumberland Gap and his role in opening Kentucky to settlement. James Daugherty paints Boone as a larger than life pioneer hero and fills the book with his own bold, energetic illustrations. The narrative reflects the frontier mythology of its era and presents Boone's wilderness exploits in a celebratory tone.
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Historical Context & Significance
James Daugherty both wrote and illustrated the biography, a year after winning a Caldecott Honor for Andy and the Lion.