Did you know that a mulatto musician inspired Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart?
The subtitle of this book is: The Story of Joseph Goulogne, Chevalier de Saint-George. Schwartz & Wade Books sent me a picture book for review (thank you). It was published at the end of January, so you can get a copy at your local bookstore now.
Joseph was born in the West Indies. His father was a French aristocrat and his mother was a slave. When his father moved back to Paris, he took his family with him. Joseph was amazed by the buildings and the culture there. He had a bit of trouble because he was a mulatto, but he was so interested in music, he didn't let it bother him.
He had performances in spots where a black man had never stood before. But his music mesmerized the crowds and there were no negative comments.
The text flows well, the illustrations are as serious as the young man and his music, and the story of his life is amazing, even now.
If your child has an interest in music or history, share this book with them. The issue of racism is in the story, too, but it didn't slow Joseph down.
Get a copy and read this amazing story. It's a trip back in time.
I'm Jo Ann Hakola, The Book Faerie, bookworm and bookseller. I have been selling books since January of 2000. It's a homebased business and I sell online only. Here is my website: http:www.bookfaerie.com I offer free shipping stateside. It's a one woman endeavor, and I love working for myself. I have over 6,000 books online now. I do book reviews from a reader's point-of-view and try to spread the magic of reading.
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