Hardcover
Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Performing Arts
A stylish picture book biography about the life of Academy, Tony, and three-time Emmy Award winning actress and trailblazer, Cicely Tyson, as told by award-winning author Renée Watson and illustrated by quilt artist Sherry Shine. Perfect for fans of Respect and Ablaze with Color.
This is a story of Cicely:
a courageous pioneer, shining star, an everlasting inspiration, a proud Black woman.
A story of elegance, beauty, love and extraordinary talent.
This is a story, a song, of Miss Cicely Tyson.
From New York Times bestselling and award-winning author Renée Watson and quilt artist Sherry Shine comes a biography for children, chronicling the life of an iconic and trailblazing actress who left an indelible mark on the world through her roles onscreen from The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman to Sounder, Roots, and more.
Timeline and author's note are included.