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 Indelible Ann : the larger-than-life story of Governor Ann Richards
 Author: Browne, Meghan P.

 Publisher:  Random House Studio (2021)

 Dewey: 976.4
 Classification: Biography
 Physical Description: [38] p., col. ill., 28 cm

 BTSB No: 162924 ISBN: 9780593173275
 Ages: 4-8 Grades: K-3

 Subjects:
 Richards, Ann, -- 1933-2006
 Governors -- Texas -- Biography
 Women -- Biography
 Women politicians

Price: $23.28

Summary:
A folksy, larger-than-life picture book biography about Ann Richards, the late governor of Texas who has inspired countless women in politics today.

 Illustrator: Whitt, Carlynn
Accelerated Reader Information:
   Interest Level: LG
   Reading Level: 5.40
   Points: .5   Quiz: 521068

Reviews:
   Kirkus Reviews (+) (04/01/21)
   School Library Journal (08/01/21)
   Booklist (06/01/21)

Full Text Reviews:

Booklist - 06/01/2021 Both the author and the illustrator’s love of Texas shine through in this biography of the state’s influential forty-fifth governor. Though framed as a Texan tall tale, Indelible Ann soon becomes more inspirational true story than incredible legend. As it moves through Richards’ childhood, family life, and political rise, the story is punctuated by the refrain “. . . Just wait, you’ll see.” The phrase seems intended to add suspense as it uses Richards’ racial inclusiveness (unusual at the time) and extraordinary abilities in debate and other areas to foreshadow her impact and progressive policies. However, the text really depicts her rise as a process more than a sudden ascent. Her substantial achievements, such as digitizing the treasury, likewise lack high drama. What does add drama to the story are Whitt’s compelling ink-and-gouache illustrations. They manage to evoke strength, tall tales, Texas, and—thanks to vivid depictions of changing clothing and hairstyles—the passage of time. A solid addition to a collection on girl power or on important political leaders. - Copyright 2021 Booklist.

School Library Journal - 08/01/2021 Gr 4–6—This biography of Ann Richards uses the tone and structure of a tall-tale to pack a lifetime of the legendary Texas activist and politician's accomplishments and exploits into a picture book length text. Whitt's beautifully rendered drawings convey an energy and sense of motion that echoes Richards's dynamic, no-nonsense personality. Browne's narrative, while struggling to balance the complexity of language needed to convey the ups and downs of a historic political life, does tend to gloss over specific dates and details. Also, as somewhat expected in the telling of a folk heroine's daring deeds, there's quite a bit of hyperbolic praise and very little discussion of the low points or missteps of this larger-than-life lady. An afterword offers a more traditional brief biography and an explication of Richards's impact as a woman of amazing achievements who did a great deal of good for a great many people over the course of her extraordinary life and inspired others to do the same. VERDICT This exciting, sunny biography is as real and rollicking as the late governor herself, and is highly recommended for elementary and junior high nonfiction collections.—Kelly Kingrey-Edwards, Blinn Junior Coll., Brenham, TX - Copyright 2021 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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