"John Henry" by Christine Platt is a reimagining of the classic American folk tale about a legendary steel-driving man. The story follows John Henry, an African American hero who possesses extraordinary strength and determination. Faced with the challenge of completing the construction of a railroad through the mountains, he competes against a steam-drill machine to prove human spirit and resilience can triumph over technology. As he battles for his place in history, the tale explores themes of perseverance, the importance of community, and the enduring power of African American folklore, inspiring readers with John Henry's courage and tenacity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Folktales .

There are 32 pages in this book. This book was published in 2021 by Calico Kid .

Christine A. Platt is a historian and author of African and African-American fiction and fantasy. She holds a B. A. in Africana Studies from the University of South Florida, M. A. in African and African American Studies from The Ohio State University, and J. D. from Stetson University College of Law. Christine enjoys writing stories for people of all ages. She currently serves as the Managing Director of The Antiracist Research and Policy Center at American University.