Drylongso (Hamilton book)
"School Library Journal", in a review of "Drylongso", wrote "As in many of her other works of fiction, Hamilton combines myth and realism to create a poignant, powerful tale. .. Pinkney's illustrations are exquisite, expressive, and perfectly in tune with the tone and spirit of the text." and concluded "Despite the occasional seams, this is a fine book." "Booklist" wrote "In an understated story of drought and hard times and longing for rain, a great writer and a great artist have pared down their rich, exuberant styles to something quieter but no less intense." and "Publishers Weekly" called it a "thoroughly captivating story firmly rooted in the folktale tradition." "Drylongso" has also been reviewed by "Kirkus Reviews", "The Horn Book Magazine", and the "Smithsonian".
Reception
Drylongso is a 1992 children's book by Virginia Hamilton and illustrator Jerry Pinkney.