I, Vivaldi

by Janice Shefelman

Other authorsTom Shefelman (Illustrator)
Hardcover, 2008

Status

Available

Local notes

921 VIV

Barcode

5582

Collection

Publication

Eerdmans Books for Young Readers (2008), 32 pages. $18.00.

Description

A dynamic picture-book biography of the Italian composer who as a young man put his musical training ahead of his studies for the priesthood. Includes an historical note, musical score, and glossary.

Awards

Triple Crown Awards (Nominee — 2011)
Children's Favorites Awards (Selection — 2009)

Language

Original language

English

Physical description

32 p.; 10 inches

User reviews

LibraryThing member smohri
Straightforward and funny. "Narration" by young Vivaldi makes it accessible to younger students. Beautiful illustrations.
LibraryThing member coachncheern
This was such a lovely book. Vivaldi was able to follow his dream of playing music like his father; yet, he also honored his mother's promise and became a priest.

Pages

32

Rating

(19 ratings; 4.2)
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