The People's Painter: How Ben Shahn Fought for Justice with Art

by Cynthia Levinson

Book Overview

The People's Painter is a lyrically told, exquisitely illustrated picture book biography of influential Jewish artist and activist Ben Shahn.

A 2022 Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Medal Winner
A 2022 Association of Jewish Libraries Sydney Taylor Book Award Notable Picture Book

"The first thing I can remember," Ben said, "I drew."

As an observant child growing up in Lithuania,...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419741306
• ISBN13: 9781419741302
• Release Date: April 2021
• Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 10.3" x 10.2"
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3