John Henry

by Hugh McHugh

Book Overview

John Henry is a children's book written by Hugh McHugh. The story follows the life of John Henry, a legendary African American folk hero known for his strength and courage. The book tells the story of how John Henry worked as a steel driver, using a hammer to drill holes into rock in order to make way for railroad tracks. Despite the dangers of the job, John Henry was determined to prove that he was the best steel driver in the land. He worked tirelessly,...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1417918063
• ISBN13: 9781417918065
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 112 Pages
• Weight: 0.39 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"