Irving Berlin : the immigrant boy who made America sing / by Nancy Churnin ; illustrated by James Rey Sanchez.
Material type: TextPublisher: Berkeley : Creston Books, 2018Description: 32 unnumbered pages : chiefly color illustrations ; 21 x 29 cmContent type:- text
- still image
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781939547446
- 193954744X
Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Children's Book | Main Library | Children's Biography | Berlin, I. C563 | Available | 33111009193927 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Irving Berlin came to the United States as a refugee from Tsarist Russia, escaping a pogrom that destroyed his village. Growing up on the streets of the lower East Side, the rhythms of jazz and blues inspired his own song-writing career. Starting with his first big hit, Alexander's Ragtime Band, Berlin created the soundtrack for American life with his catchy tunes and irresistible lyrics. With "God Bless America," he sang his thanks to the country which had given him a home and a chance to express his creative vision.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Describes the life of the famous composer, who immigrated to the United States at age five and became inspired by the rhythms of jazz and blues in his new home.
Ages 7-12.