What a Wonderful World
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First recorded in 1967 by Louis Armstrong, and with sales of over one million copies, “What a Wonderful World” has become a poignant message of hope for people everywhere. Sweet and positive in its message, with bright, beautiful art, this book is sure to be a hit. Perfect for sharing!
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Bob Thiele (1922-1996) was a record producer and jazz radio host who worked with legendary artists such as Charles Mingus, Dizzy Gillespie, and B.B. King. His most successful song was Louis Armstrong’s “What a Wonderful World.”
George David Weiss (1921-2010) was a highly prolific songwriter and arranger and film score composer. He wrote or rewrote lyrics to such classic songs as “Lullaby of Birdland” (Ella Fitzgerald), “Can’t Help Falling in Love” (Elvis Presley), “The Lion Sleeps Tonight” (The Tokens), and “What a Wonderful World” (Louis Armstrong). In 1984, Weiss was inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Tim Hopgood is the illustrator of What a Wonderful World, Walking in a Winter Wonderland, Hooray for Hoppy!, Wow! Said the Owl, and many other popular picture books. He lives with his family in North Yorkshire, England.
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Book Details
- ISBN
- 9781627792561
- Publication Date
- December 16, 2014
- Publisher
- Henry Holt and Co. (BYR)
- Original Publication Date
- March 1, 1988
- Page Count
- 28
- Words Per Page
- 4
- Audience
- Picture
- Reading Age
- 2 - 6 years
- Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
- 2014017148
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