Diego Rivera (Life and Work Of...) [Hardcover]

Adam Schaefer (Author), Adam R. Schaefer (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 2003 | Age Level: 6 and up | Grade Level: 1 and up | Series: Life and Work Of...

Briefly examines the life and work of the twentieth-century Mexican painter, describing and giving examples of his art.

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Adam Schaefer is a Heinemann-Raintree author.

Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 6 and up
  
• Hardcover: 32 pages
• Publisher: Heinemann Library; 1ST edition (April 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1403402884
• ISBN-13: 978-1403402882
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.8 x 0.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.8 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,753,406 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent illustrations, May 28, 2004

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This review is from: Diego Rivera (Life and Work Of...) (Paperback)

The art of Diego Rivera is most definitely the focus of Schaefer's book, rather than his personal life or political activities. This approach is probably best suited for the audience age level, but it should be said that this book gives a very simplistic view of a tumultuous and politically controversial life. Most importantly, though, the illustrations are excellent and the selection of works from different periods and styles of Rivera's career is outstanding, especially in regards to his early work and training. Young readers will enjoy learning about mural painting and "public art", as well as Rivera's philosophy of creating art about and for people, from a clear and educational viewpoint.