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Blooming Beneath the Sun

by Christina ROSSETTI
illus. by Ashley Bryan. 40p. S. & S./Atheneum. Apr. 2019. Tr $17.99. ISBN 9781534440920.
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K-Gr 4—Bryan's vibrant artwork brings to life a collection of classic Rossetti poems that are sure to delight and interest poetry and art fans alike. Bryan's signature collage style is bright and detailed, and works to highlight the poems. The selected poems are accessible to young readers and are reminiscent of nursery rhymes with their easy-to-identify rhythm and rhyme schemes. The subject matter is also familiar, covering dreams, the natural world, and family. Children will be surprised to find that the poetry was written in the 1800s. The detail and careful execution in the cut-paper art are impressive. Young readers will likely find inspiration from both the poetry and the artwork.
VERDICT Bryan's lively and colorful artwork makes Rossetti's poetry approachable and enjoyable for all ages.-Ellen Conlin, Naperville Public Library, IL
Reviewed by Ellen Conlin , Apr 01, 2019

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