Description:
Clara Schumann (1819-1896), a German pianist and composer, was a prominent figure in the Romantic era.
Renowned for her exceptional piano skills, she also composed notable works. Clara, married to composer Robert Schumann, had a successful solo career and is recognized for her significant contributions to 19th-century music. Colorful illustrations plus photographs of meaningful sites and settings connect readers to important points in Schumann's history. A timeline and B Sharp sidebars add details to the composer's life story.
Brief description: Joanne Mattern is the author of many books for children. She loves writing about sports, animals, and interesting people. Mattern lives in New York State with her family.
Review Quotes:
"Facts and other facets of the careers of some of the world's most famous classical music composers are well-presented in these simple, straightforward narratives that include illustrations and photographs . . . . [I]nformative and factual."--School Library Journal
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