Cicely Tyson /

"Cicely Tyson was born in New York City to parents originally from the Islands. No matter where she was, Cicely always carried light within her, a light that she let shine. After many years of discovering herself, Cicely finally found where her light could shine the brightest and touch others:...

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Main Author: Watson, Renée (Author)
Other Authors: Shine, Sherry (Illustrator)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: New York : Amistad Books for Young Readers, an imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, 2024.
Edition:First edition.
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Summary:"Cicely Tyson was born in New York City to parents originally from the Islands. No matter where she was, Cicely always carried light within her, a light that she let shine. After many years of discovering herself, Cicely finally found where her light could shine the brightest and touch others: in film. Spinning gorgeous verse, and weaving in the history of Black America, Watson beautifully introduces children to Cicely's world--the world that shaped a woman who went on to bring unparalleled grace to the stage and screen. Young readers will be inspired by Cicely Tyson's life and adult fans will marvel at this stunning keepsake." --
Item Description:At head of title: "Introducing the one and only."
Physical Description:46 pages : color illustrations ; 29 cm
Awards:Horn Book Fanfare List, 2025
ISBN:9780063219991
0063219999