John Henry

Description

Some folks say John Henry was born with a hammer in his hand. He sure loved to pound things And his muscles were harder than rocks. At work, John laid down tracks for the railroad company. The earth shook when he swung down his heavy hammers. John was stronger than the strongest worker, but was he stronger than a ? Find out in this powerful tale.

Description

Retells the life of the legendary African American hero who raced against a steam drill to cut through a mountain.

Subjects

Genres

• Legends
• Folklore

Series Statement

• On my own folklore

Other Editions

• John HenryLerner Publishing Group2007-01-01
• John Henry (On My Own Folklore)PaperbackFirst Avenue Editions2007-09-01
• John Henry - On My Own FolkloreLerner Publishing Group2010-01-01