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Shaky Bones: A Story of the Harlem Renaissance

Pamela Jain Dell

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The famous poet Countee Cullen gives Simon Brocade his nickname: Shaky Bones. As Shaky explains it, when the music starts, he just can't be still! Music and creativity seem to ooze from everyone in Shaky's neighborhood during the Harlem Renaissance-- including from Shaky. He wants to be famous as a poet. A young poet's competition teaches Shaky that being known as a good person might just be better than being known as a talent. Shaky guides readers through the Harlem of his day, introduces us to prominent writers and musicians of the era, and brings us the excitement of the Harlem Renaissance.

Language: English

Pages: 48

Format: Hardcover

Release: July 31, 1999

ISBN 13: 9781591870401

Shaky Bones: A Story of the Harlem Renaissance

Pamela Jain Dell

0/5 ( ratings)

The famous poet Countee Cullen gives Simon Brocade his nickname: Shaky Bones. As Shaky explains it, when the music starts, he just can't be still! Music and creativity seem to ooze from everyone in Shaky's neighborhood during the Harlem Renaissance-- including from Shaky. He wants to be famous as a poet. A young poet's competition teaches Shaky that being known as a good person might just be better than being known as a talent. Shaky guides readers through the Harlem of his day, introduces us to prominent writers and musicians of the era, and brings us the excitement of the Harlem Renaissance.

Language: English

Pages: 48

Format: Hardcover

Release: July 31, 1999

ISBN 13: 9781591870401

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