The Other Mozart
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Picture Book · Ages 5–10 · 2006

The Other Mozart

By Hugh Brewster, Eric Velasquez (Illustrator)

A slave's son rises to fame as a virtuoso and military leader in 18th-century France.

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Joseph Bologne, born to a slave and a nobleman, defies all odds in 18th-century France. As the Chevalier de Saint George, he becomes a master swordsman, celebrated composer, and a key military figure in the French Revolution. From the plantations of Guadaloupe to the grandeur of Versailles, his journey is one of triumph and resilience. How does a man of such humble beginnings leave an indelible mark on history? Discover the extraordinary life of the man known as 'The Other Mozart,' whose legacy challenges the boundaries of race and class.

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Tells the remarkable story of the Chevalier de Saint George, one of the most famous men in 18th Century France. Son of a slave in Guadaloupe, the Chevalier moved to France where he became a champion swordsman, violin virtuoso, composer, and military commander in the French Revolution. This title is illustrated by paintings and archival materials.

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Format
Hardcover
Pages
48
Reading age
5–10
Audience
Picture
Lexile
1020L
Themes & topics
Books about music
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~6.9
F&P level
~Y
Publication
Published
December 1, 2006
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780810957206

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