First published 2005
Caroline Kennedy opens her family's treasure chest of beloved verses, selecting poems that have moved and inspired the Kennedy clan across generations. She guides readers through each piece with personal introductions that reveal why these particular works earned special places in her family's hearts. Award-winning artist Jon J Muth contributes original illustrations that bring fresh visual life to the carefully chosen selections. Kennedy transforms what could have been a simple anthology into something more intimate and meaningful. The collection spans diverse voices and themes, unified by their ability to speak to the Kennedy family's experiences and values. Through her thoughtful curation and personal commentary, Kennedy creates a bridge between her family's literary tastes and readers seeking poetry that resonates across time and circumstance.
Genres: family, anthologies, 20th-century, united-states, poetry, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, lyrical
Tropes: found-family
144 pages · Hardcover · Little, Brown Books for Young Readers