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Diego Rivera: His World and Ours

Diego Rivera: His World and Ours - Hardcover

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Availability:In StockContributor:Duncan TonatiuhAudience:Ages 9-12Publish date:2011-05-01Pages:40
Language:EnglishPublisher:Abrams Books for Young ReadersISBN-13:9780810997318ISBN-10:810997312UPC:9780810997318Book Category:Juvenile NonfictionBook Subcategory:Biography & Autobiography, Art, People & PlacesBook Topic:Art, Painting, MexicoAward:2011 Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) Recommended - Nonfiction Award|2012 Pura Belpre Award Winner - Illustrator AwardSize:10.10 x 9.30 x 0.50 inchesWeight:1.0009Product ID:SCXWK669VQ
Discover the life and legacy of celebrated Mexican artist Diego Rivera in this picture book by award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh.

A Pura Belpré Illustrator Award Winner!

STARRED REVIEW *"The author makes art both aspiration and action. . . . This book will thrill budding artists." ―Kirkus Reviews

"Young artists will find inspiration for their own creations." ―Booklist

Diego, one of the most famous painters of the 20th century, was once just a mischievous little boy who loved to draw. But this little boy would grow up to follow his passion and greatly influence the world of art. After studying in Spain and France as a young man, Diego was excited to return to his home country of Mexico.

There, he toured from the coasts to the plains to the mountains. He met the peoples of different regions and explored the cultures, architecture, and history of those who had lived before. Returning to Mexico City, he painted great murals representing all that he had seen. He provided the Mexican people with a visual history of who they were and, most importantly, who they are.

Tonatiuh, who has also been inspired by the art and culture of his native Mexico, asks, if Diego was still painting today, what history would he tell through his artwork? What stories would he bring to life?

Drawing inspiration from Rivera to create his own original work, Tonatiuh helps young readers understand the importance of Diego Rivera's artwork and to realize that they too can tell stories through art.
Language:EnglishPublisher:Abrams Books for Young ReadersISBN-13:9780810997318ISBN-10:810997312UPC:9780810997318Book Category:Juvenile NonfictionBook Subcategory:Biography & Autobiography, Art, People & PlacesBook Topic:Art, Painting, MexicoAward:2011 Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) Recommended - Nonfiction Award|2012 Pura Belpre Award Winner - Illustrator AwardSize:10.10 x 9.30 x 0.50 inchesWeight:1.0009Product ID:SCXWK669VQ
Duncan Tonatiuh was born in Mexico City and grew up in San Miguel de Allende. His books, including Diego Rivera, Dear Primo, and Separate Is Never Equal, have received many awards over the years. He currently lives in San Miguel with his wife and children but travels to the US often.

Publisher: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Awards

🏆 2011 Parents Choice Awards (Spring) (2008-Up) Recommended - Nonfiction Award|2012 Pura Belpre Award Winner - Illustrator Award

Contributor(s)

Duncan Tonatiuh

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