The Three Musicians: A Children's Book Inspired by Pablo Picasso (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783791371511)

Beautifully illustrated in the style of Pablo Picasso, this tale of music's ability to soothe a savage beast introduces children to aspects of the great artist's work. The kingdom of Mirador is terrified of a monstrous, fire-spewing beast that lurks just outside the village walls. No one has actually seen the creature except for the king, whose constant reminder of impending danger turns the village gloomy and joyless. One spring day a troupe of musicians and their dog enters the gates. Suddenly there is fun and romance, song and dance. The people are no longer afraid--until the loathsome beast does, in fact, appear. What happens next will delight children and adults alike as the magic of art and music transforms screams of terror into peals of laughter. Drawing on details of Pablo Picasso's masterpiece Three Musicians, artist Vanessa Hi uses brightly hued watercolors, bold lines, and graphic images to familiarize children with Picasso's style. The book closes with a reproduction of Picasso's original painting and an engaging lesson on the artist's use of images and symbols, his fascination with theater and music, and his passionate pleas for peace in the wake of world war.

Author: Veronique Massenot, Vanessa Hie
ISBN-10: 3791371517
ISBN-13: 9783791371511
Publisher: Prestel Junior
Language: English
Published: 06/27/2013
Pages: 32
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 12.70h x 9.50w x 0.40d

Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 12/01/2013 pg. 100
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2014 pg. 37 - Below Average, With Minor Flaw