{"product_id":"john-henry-tom-bonham-9798245575100","title":"John Henry: An American Folk Legend","description":"\u003cb\u003eJohn Henry\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cp\u003eLong before machines could do the hardest work, people relied on their hands, their strength, and their endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eJohn Henry is one of the most enduring figures in American folklore-a steel driver whose steady rhythm and determination became legend. Set during the age of railroad building, this classic story follows John Henry as powerful new machines arrive to replace human labor. When challenged to prove his worth, he takes on a contest that asks a lasting question: what is the value of human skill in a changing world?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWritten for readers ages \u003cb\u003e8-11\u003c\/b\u003e, this edition retells the traditional folk tale in clear, accessible language while respecting its historical roots. The story is presented with care and restraint, allowing young readers to experience the legend as it has been passed down for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis book is suitable for: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eIndependent readers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eClassroom and library collections\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamilies exploring classic American stories together\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eA timeless American folk tale for young readers.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Tom Bonham\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9798245575100\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Independently Published\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 01\/25\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.13lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.07d","brand":"Tom Bonham","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48588422414591,"sku":"9798245575100","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/john-henry-tom-bonham-9798245575100","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}