Who Was Pablo Picasso?
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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2009 · Est. 50 min read

Who Was Pablo Picasso?

Written and illustrated by True Kelley

Part of the Who Was . . . ? series

A biography of Pablo Picasso's life and art

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112 pages· 5,938 words· Est. 50 min read
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Dive into the life of Picasso, a visionary who reshaped art with his ever-changing styles. From his somber blue period to vibrant rose hues and groundbreaking Cubism, Picasso's journey is a testament to relentless creativity. Discover how he turned everyday objects into sculptures and crafted stunning ceramics. This biography unveils the genius behind modern art's evolution, inviting you to witness the world through Picasso's eyes. What drove his constant reinvention, and how did he redefine artistic boundaries? Uncover the story of a man who never stopped seeing the world anew.

From the publisher

Over a long, turbulent life, Picasso continually discovered new ways of seeing the world and translating it into art. A restless genius, he went through a blue period, a rose period, and a Cubist phase. He made collages, sculptures out of everyday objects, and beautiful ceramic plates. True Kelley’s engaging biography is a wonderful introduction to modern art.

At a glance
Format
Paperback
Pages
112
Words
5,938
Reading age
8–12
Audience
Juvenile Reader
Lexile
700L
Themes & topics
Books about artBooks about artistsBooks about historyBooks about paintingBooks about 20th century
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
4.6
F&P level
~Q
AR points
1
AR interest level
MG
AR quiz
133284
Publication
Published
October 29, 2009
First published
January 1, 2009
Edition
Language
English
Type
Chapter Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780448449876

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