
Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos
by John Parra
Title:
Frida Kahlo and Her Animalitos
Author:
John Parra
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
40 pages, Full Colour Illustrations Throughout
Publisher:
North-South Books
ISBN-13:
9780735845473
EAN:
9780735845473
Publication Date:
19/09/2023
Classifications:
Picture Activities and Early Learning
Weight (g):
328
Dimensions (mm):
215 x 258 x 7
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
A celebration of one of the worlds most influential painters, Frida Kahlo, and the animals that inspired her art and lifenow available in paperback! Pura Belpré Illustrator Honor , 2018 ALA Notable Children''s Book, 2018 Bank Street Best Children''s Book of the Year, 2018 New York Times/New York Public Library Best Illustrated Children''s Book, 2017 Barnes & Noble Best Book, 2017 Smithsonian Top Ten Best Children''s Book, 2017 The fascinating Mexican artist Frida Kahlo is remembered for her self-portraits, her dramatic works featuring bold and vibrant colors. Her work brought attention to Mexican and indigenous culture and she is also renowned for her works celebrating the female form. Monica Browns story recounts pivotal moments in Fridas life and the beloved pets who comforted her along the waytwo monkeys, a parrot, three dogs, two turkeys, an eagle, a black cat, and a fawnand playfully considers how Frida embodied many wonderful characteristics of each animal. John Parras bold-colored art, reminiscent of Fridas palette, make this biography a warm and wonder-filled offering for Frida Kahlo fans old and new.












