"From the window, the student sees...
His future - butcher, baker, blacksmith - but he looks away.
A student copies a picture from a book. An idea blossoms in his mind.
The power of images. Draw and erase, dream in colors, while Dad worries.
A sketchbook on an art teacher's desk.
Mom asks, "Is this boy talented?"
He shrugs, nods, and welcomes the new artist.
His brave heart soars through the streets on a journey into the unknown."
Viewed from many different windows, this album and its lyrical narrative, inspired by the language of his autobiography, show readers the childhood and war experiences that marked Marc Chagall's life and art . Known as much for his dazzling paintings as his stained glass windows, Marc Chagall rose from humble beginnings to become one of the world's most famous artists . Discover the work of Marc Chagall in this wonderful album from the creators of The Sound of Colors , winner of the Caldecott Honor.
Author: Barb Rosenstock
Illustrator: Mary Grandpré
Recommended age: From 6 years.
Pages: 40
Format: 22 x 28.5 cm
Binding: Cardboard
