Degas and the Little Dancer - Softcover

Laurence Anholt

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0711210756 ISBN 13: 9780711210752

Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers, 1999

Synopsis

Marie and her parents are very poor, but she dreams of being the most famous ballerina in the world. Then she meets Edgar Degas at ballet school in Paris and his clay model of her makes Marie's wish come true.

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Edgar Degas

Marie dreams of becoming the most famous ballerina in the world, but it is hard to find enough money for lessons. At last she begins modeling for the artist Edgar Degas, well-known for his paintings of dancers and horses and for his fiery temper. When his beautiful sculpture of “The Little Dancer” is finished, Marie’s dream comes true.

Complete with reproductions of DegasÂ’ work, this is another inspirational story from Laurence AnholtÂ’s bestselling series, celebrating some of the worldÂ’s greatest artists and the real children who knew them.

About the Author

Laurence Anholt is part of a husband-and-wife team who have worked together on more than 60 picture books, published all over the world in more than 17 different languages. Their picture books - including the Chimp and Zee series - have won numerous awards and have been featured on television and radio. Laurence has been described by William Watt as one of the most versatile authors writing for children today. He was brought up mainly in Holland where he developed a lasting passion for art. He is a much sought after public speaker, appearing at conferences such as the European Council of International Schools Conference, the Northern Children's Book Festival and the Edinburgh Festival. To visit the Anholts' website click here

Edition details

• Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers
• Publication date: 1999
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0711210756
• ISBN 13: 9780711210752
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 32