John Henry
No. of pages 24
Published: 2014
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"John Henry" by Jane Gould reimagines the legendary tale of the steel-driving man who embodies the spirit of determination and resilience. Set against the backdrop of the industrial revolution, the story follows John Henry, a giant of a man, as he faces off against a steam-powered drill to prove his worth and humanity. Through hard work and sheer grit, he fights against the mechanization that threatens his livelihood and the lives of his fellow workers. The narrative explores themes of strength, sacrifice, and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of technological advancement. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book features in the following series: American Legends, Junior Graphic, Junior Graphic American Legends .
This book has been graded for interest at 8-11 years.
There are 24 pages in this book. This book was published in 2014 by PowerKids Press .
Mike Gould is a former Head of English and an experienced author who has written over 150 books and other resources for teachers and students, including GCSE and IGCSE textbooks and digital support material. He has also been a Senior Lecturer in English and Education, teaching the history of the English language, creative writing and how to apply new technologies to the English classroom.
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