Rosa’s Animals

Name: Rosa’s Animals
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SKU: 9781419728501
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The Story of Rosa Bonheur and Her Painting Menagerie

By Maryann Macdonald

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Summary

Rosa’s Animals by Maryann Macdonald is a delightful children's book featuring a young girl named Rosa who embarks on a journey to learn about different animals. Through vibrant illustrations and engaging storytelling, Rosa discovers fascinating facts and builds a sense of wonder and appreciation for wildlife. This heartwarming tale encourages curiosity and nurtures a love for the natural world.
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Format: Hardback

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You might enjoy this delightful read if you are fascinated by tales that blend artistic inspiration and creativity, perfect for children who love to explore the world of art while nurturing their imagination. Following the adventures of a young artist and her encounter with the magical and whimsical, it's a journey through colourful illustrations and inspiring stories. This book may appeal to young readers with an interest in animals and art, offering an engaging mix of fun and learning.

The only children's biography on Rosa Bonheur--the most famous female painter of the nineteenth century.

Description

Painter and sculptor Rosa Bonheur (1822-1899) led a highly nontraditional life, especially for a woman in the nineteenth century. She kept lions as pets, was awarded the Legion of Honor by Empress Eugénie, and befriended Buffalo Bill Cody.

She became a painter at a time when women were often only reluctantly educated as artists. Her unconventional artistic work habits, including visiting slaughterhouses to sketch an animal's anatomy and wearing men's clothing to gain access to places like a horse fair, where women were not allowed, helped her become one of the most beloved female painters of her time.

Among the artworks discussed are The Horse Fair and Ploughing in the Nivernais. Along with her life story, the book includes a list of museums that house her work, a bibliography, and an index.

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Rosa's Animals by Maryann Macdonald receives praise for its elegant and insightful portrayal of the artist Rosa Bonheur. The book is commended for making her extraordinary life and work accessible to young readers, with high-quality reproductions of her art and engaging historical context. Reviews highlight the author's ability to distil Bonheur's biography into captivating chapters, noting interesting anecdotes like her unique permission to dress as a man. The narrative is enriched by discussions of the era's artistic movements, providing a comprehensive and engaging introduction to Bonheur's life and legacy.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781419728501

Publisher: Abrams

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 05 June 2018

Country: United States

Imprint: Abrams Books for Young Readers

Illustration: Halftones, color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 265.0mm

Height: 261.0mm

Weight: 1000g

Pages: 64

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Children's Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Maryann Macdonald

About the Author

Maryann Macdonald is the author of 25 books for children. She lives in New York City.