I, Vivaldi

by Janice Jordan Shefelman

Other authorsTom Shefelman (Illustrator)
Paper Book, 2008

Status

Available

Call number

B1678

Publication

Grand Rapids, Mich. : Eerdmans Books for Young Readers, 2008.

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.

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.

Awards

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

Language

Physical description

29 cm

ISBN

0802853188 / 9780802853189

Barcode

9085
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