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Enormous Smallness: A Story of E.E. Cummings by Matthew Burgess

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Cover image for Enormous smallness : a story of E. E. CummingsThis sweet picture book biography tells the story of poet E.E. Cummings.  Edward Estlin Cummings grew up in Cambridge, MA and had an idyllic childhood, perfect for inspiring creativity and poetry.  Edward saw beauty in his surroundings and with support from his teachers and family, he created poems at a young age and continued creating poetry his whole life. This beautifully illustrated biography takes the reader through the life of E.E. Cummings and intersperses his poems throughout the book.  It is a lovely book to read for anyone looking to see the beauty around them.

Book reviewed by Amy S., Youth Outreach and Programming Assistant

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