Candlewick Biographies: Handel, Who Knew What He Liked: Candlewick Biographies (Hardcover)

from princessofthesea

Subject Area: History Genre: Biography Critique/Summary: This book is an excellent example of a biography because the author has clearly researched the person, Handel, about whom they are writing. The book presents accurate factual information about Handel's life, but it also reveals much about t...

from AbigailAdams26

Following the story of George Frideric Handel from the time when he was a small boy - a boy who 'knew what he liked,' and was determined to learn music, despite the disapproval of his father - M.T. Anderson and Kevin Hawkes' picture-book biography is a wonderful introduction to the life and work ...

from ocosta1

I think this is a good book. There was a lot of information about Handel, including his childhood, interests, and famous works. To enhance the information, the author added sidbars to explain the things that may be unfamiliar. For example, back in Handel's time, the clavichord was a very popular ...

from Schuman

This is the life of George Frideric Handel. As a small boy he knew that he wanted to be a musician, even though his father said no, you need a profession that you can earn money from. He is determined and teaches himself to play. It is the story of his successes and hardships. It is beautifully i...

from justine.marxer

age app: intermediate genre: realistic fiction Review: This is a great example of realistic fiction because it follows the life of Handel, making it interesting and engaging to young students. The illustrations enhance the story and there is a timeline in the back.