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May you build a ladder to the stars And climb on every rung May you stay forever young Since he first released his self-titled debut in 1962, Bob Dylan has been one of the most celebrated artists of our time. And perhaps nowhere is he more affecting than in his 1974 hit, Forever Young. It's an antem to youth, to doing the right thing, to cherishing the spirit of being young. Re-imagined by award-winning illustrator, Paul Rogers, the lyrics tell the story of a young boy who travels through his life, living in the footsteps of the man who gave the world the greatest gift he had: music.
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Born Robert Allen Zimmerman in 1941, Bob Dylan is without question one of the most influential figures in the history of popular music. He not only revolutionised popular music by incorporating poetry in his folk and rock compositions, he also helped create a more inclusive and progressive consciousness in American culture.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
These classic song lyrics are brought to life in a book for children, imparting a beautiful and important message to a new generation. The words are lovely, as you'll know before you read given the provenance of the text, and the illustrations have a cool deliberate sixties look. There's an American flavour to the pictures which is entirely appropriate and isn't in the least over-bearing or off-putting for UK readers, and there's lots of classic things to point out to a child, like a VW beetle. In addition there are oodles of other things to spot as an adult which vary in their obvious link to Dylan and his lyrics but many of which are highlighted at the back of the book. For instance a little girl in one of the illustrations has a T-shirt the same as the one Bob Dylan wears on the cover of his Highway 61 Revisited album. It's a pleasure to read the song (or sing it) to children hearing it for the first time and as the book begins "May God bless you and keep you always..." so a rather lovely Christening gift from the more secular giver, perhaps?
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I purchased this as a Christmas gift for my 3 and a half year old niece. It has been a great success. She loves the pictures and the simple yet beautiful words in this book. We all love reading this book to her and we all love looking for the little hidden clues that are in the book as well. This would be well worth the money even if you get more enjoyment out of it than the child!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I think I need to buy a copy of this book for everyone I knew back in the 60s and 70s! Mr Dylan's words are engraved on our hearts for all time and this book, with Paul Rogers' perfectly judged illustrations, shows us that some song lyrics are timeless.
The name Bob Dylan may not mean much to the children of today (shame!) but the sentiments in this book are surely what we wish for each and every child we know. "May your heart always be joyful", "May you have a strong foundation..." etc etc.
You don't need to be a child - or even a relic of the mid 20th century - to be captivated by this book. Picture books of this quality have something to say to everybody.
The name Bob Dylan may not mean much to the children of today (shame!) but the sentiments in this book are surely what we wish for each and every child we know. "May your heart always be joyful", "May you have a strong foundation..." etc etc.
You don't need to be a child - or even a relic of the mid 20th century - to be captivated by this book. Picture books of this quality have something to say to everybody.
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Great, high quality book
I gave this as a 40th birthday present, and it was recieved gratefully. It is hardcover and feels beautiful, which is impressive for the extremely reasonable price. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Abi Markowe
Wonderful book
Beautifully illustrated book, packed with narrative detail. I find something new every time I look at it. Wonderful.
Published on 17 July 2009 by Carol
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