It has been called a hymn, a prayer, our unofficial nat. anthem -- ''America the Beautiful,'' the song that has expressed the dreams of Americans from Ray Charles to Elvis Presley, from eager immigrants to hopeful graduates, from the battlefields of WW1 to the Super Bowl. In this first full biography of this song, Sherr reveals the dramatic story behind its unlikely creation. She profiles the poet, Katharine Lee Bates, who composed the verse after a trek to the top of Pikes Peak, CO. She introduces us to Samuel Augustus Ward, who conceived the melody in a moment of inspiration after a trip to Coney Island. Katharine & Sam never met or even communicated, but their creations seamlessly captured the American spirit. Beautifully designed & illustrated!

America the Beautiful: The Stirring True Story Behind Our Nation's Favorite Song

Lynn Sherr

Humor & Entertainment

Public Affairs

<p>Juxtaposed with contemporary reports and biographical essays, the words of this legendary suffragist reveal Susan B. Anthony as a loyal, caring friend, and an eloquent, humorous crusader. "More than a collection of well-arranged quotations, the work informs, inspires, and gives historical perspective."--The Houston Post. 33 photos &amp; illustrations.</p>

Failure Is Impossible: Susan B. Anthony in Her Own Words

Biographies & Memoirs

Community & Culture

Crown

Outside the Box : My Unscripted Life of Love, Loss, and Television News

Rodale Press, Incorporated

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