Firebird - Rilegato

Copeland, Misty

Rilegato

ISBN 10: 0399166157 ISBN 13: 9780399166150

Casa editrice: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers, 2014

Riassunto

In her debut picture book, Misty Copeland tells the story of a young girl--an every girl--whose confidence is fragile and who is questioning her own ability to reach the heights that Misty has reached. Misty encourages this young girl's faith in herself and shows her exactly how, through hard work and dedication, she too can become Firebird.

Lyrical and affecting text paired with bold, striking illustrations that are some of Caldecott Honoree Christopher Myers's best work, makes Firebird perfect for aspiring ballerinas everywhere.

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Recensione:

Praise for FIREBIRD: The language soars into dizzying heights of lyrical fancy. Myers' artwork. pulsates with kinetic synergy. A starscape filled with visual drama and brilliance.Kirkus Reviews, starred review An inspirational picture book for children daunted by the gap between their dream and their reality. Booklist A poetic dialogue between an aspiring young dancer and the American Ballet Theater's soloist comprises the text of this stunning picture book. which features full spreads bursting with color and excitement. A very successful collaboration. School Library Journal A soaring debut picture book by American Ballet Theater star Misty Copeland. Myers' extraordinary artwork captures the mystique of the Firebird ballet and Copeland's indomitable spirit. This is a tale that will inspire all up-and-comers. BookPage Scenes of an older dancer guiding a young student. Reinforce the feeling that Copeland is speaking directly to readers. Myers paints portrait after portrait of Copeland dancing, placing the images against collages of colored paper whose curves, sunbursts, and radiating rays echo the rhythms of the dancers' movements. A strong impact. --Various

L'autore:

Misty Copeland didn't take up ballet until age 13, but by age 17, she was a professional. She was appointed ABT soloist at age 24, their first African American soloist in two decades. Driven by her newfound passion for the art, which she discovered at her local Boys & Girls Club, Misty accomplished so much in such a short amount of time through good old-fashioned hard work, discipline and unwavering belief in herself. 

Christopher Myers is the award-winning author and illustrator of Caldecott Honoree Harlem and Coretta Scott King Honorees Black Cat and Horse. Myers has also won three Boston Globe-Horn Book Honors and a New York Times Best Illustrated Award.

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• Editore: G.P. Putnam's Sons Books for Young Readers
• Data di pubblicazione: 2014
• ISBN 10: 0399166157
• ISBN 13: 9780399166150
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 40
• Disegnatore: Myers Christopher