(3) 4-6 Poetry for Young People series. Illustrated by Alessandra Cimatoribus. After an introduction that focuses on Blake's life, talents, and forward-thinking vision, Maynard presents selections primarily from Songs of Innocence and Songs of Experience. Each poem includes a brief introductory note; difficult words from the poems are defined in the margins. Luminous illustrations in blues, greens, and golds employ strong shapes and unusual angles. Ind.

Reviewer: Beth L. Meister

(3) 4-6 Poetry for Young People series. Illustrated by Allen Garns. These are informative introductions to the lives of the two poets. Williams discusses his childhood, education, and influences and includes thirty-two poems, such as "The Red Wheelbarrow." Tennyson emphasizes the connections between his personal life and what he wrote; most of the thirty poems included are from longer works but stand well on their own. Handsome paintings interpret the verse. Ind. Review covers these Poetry for Young People titles: William Carlos Williams and Alfred, Lord Tennyson.

Reviewer: Carolyn Shute