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Description
This book examines the works of Picasso, covering his early work and focuses on subjects such as street people, bulls, and minotaurs and the creation of GUERNICA in 1937 as a protest against the bombing of the Basque town during the Spanish Civil War.
Quick Summary
This book explodes onto the page with the true story of how one artist transformed his anger over a bombed town into a massive anti-war painting that still shouts across history. Readers dive into Picasso's wild world of circus performers, fierce bulls, and mysterious minotaurs while discovering how a small Basque town turned him into a powerful voice against war. If your kid loves learning about history through stories like in the "Who Was" series, they'll be drawn into this vivid account of art changing the world. Perfect for kids ages 9 to 12 in grades 4 through 8 who enjoy art, history, or stories about standing up for what's right.