Danza! - by Duncan Tonatiuh (Hardcover)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>In celebration of the 100th anniversary of Hernandez's birth comes the first picture book about the famous dancer and choreographer, from an award-winning author and illustrator who tells the story of the founder of one of Mexico's most revered dance troupes. Full color.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br><p><b>Award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh tells the story of Amalia Hernández, dancer and founder of El Ballet Folklórico de México.</b> <p/> As a child, Amalia Hernández saw a pair of dancers in the town square. The way they stomped and swayed to the rhythm of the beat inspired her. She knew one day she would become a dancer. <p/> Amalia studied ballet and modern dance under the direction of skilled teachers who had performed in world-renowned dance companies. But she never forgot the folk dance she had seen years earlier. She began traveling through the Mexican countryside, witnessing the dances of many regions, and she used her knowledge of ballet and modern dance to adapt the traditional dances to the stage. She founded her own dance company, a group that became known as el Ballet Folklórico de México. <p/> Using his signature illustration style, inspired by the ancient art of the Mixtecs, award-winning author and illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh tells the story of Amalia Hernández and the formation of the Folkloric Ballet, one of the most famous and successful dance companies in the world. <br> </p><p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br><p>"Tonatiuh's recognizable illustration style, inspired by Mixtec art and with well-chosen photo-collage elements on costumes and accessories, is particularly resonant with a subject whose own desire was to preserve and celebrate Mexican arts and culture. A beautiful look at one of Mexico's most cherished institutions." <br> </p>-- "The Horn Book"<br><br>**STARRED REVIEW** <br> "Tonatiuh tells Hernández's story with careful attention to detail and with obvious admiration for the subject... His digitized, hand-drawn illustrations are striking. They showcase, in his signature style based on Mixtec art, the beauty and grace of many different dance styles."-- "Kirkus"<br><br>**STARRED REVIEW** <br> "Tonatiuh's Mixtec-inspired illustrations capture the movement and vibrancy of El Ballet Folklórico and pay homage to the artistic vision of one of the world's most beloved dancers."-- "School Library Journal"<br><br>**STARRED REVIEW** <br>"This beautifully designed, large-format picture book is a showcase for Tonatiuh's distinctive illustrations, drawings with digital collage elements that add colors, patterns, and textures to strong, well-delineated forms."-- "Booklist"<br><br>"Danza! is a beautifully illustrated picture book celebration of Hernandez's life and of the rich history of dance in Mexico. Danza! will enthrall and inspire young readers . . ."-- "Midwest Book Review"<br><br>"Employing his his customary brand of Mixtec-inspired collage, Tonatiuh makes expert use of photographic bits of lace, cloth, and hair to bring warmth to the dancers, who dip and turn on each spread."-- "Publishers Weekly"<br><br>"The book does an excellent job of chronicling Hernández's work as cultural explorer and celebrator of both pre-Columbian past and Mexican present...Tonatiuh's signature stylized figures in side view and flattened perspective are surprisingly well suited to dancing."-- "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"<br><br>"Tonatiuh's signature Mixtec-inspired illustrations depict graceful, energetic, and colorful folklórico performances, representing traditions of celebration and community."-- "International Literacy Association"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><b>Duncan Tonatiuh</b> was born in Mexico City and grew up in San Miguel de Allende, in the historical state of Guanajuato, Mexico. He studied writing and illustration at Parsons School of Design at the New School in New York City. His books have received many awards over the years. He divides his time between New York City and Mexico. <br>
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