John Henry and His Hammer

The strong black and white illustrations by Aldren A. Watson match the exciting tone of the story perfectly. John Jenry, superman of American folklore, is the heroic spirit of all the men who built the railroads of our country. This book combines an exciting adventure story with a valuable exposure to the heroic traditions of American legends. Children will enjoy singing aloud the ballad of John Henry, which is included at the end of the book.