Synopsis
An adaptation of the opera by Scott Joplin follows the slick dealings of conjure man Zodzetrick, who preys upon the unsuspecting people of post-Civil War Arkansas until the educated young Treemonisha foils his scheme.
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Gr 2-6--This oversized illustrated book is based on Scott Joplin's opera of the same name. Set in September, 1884, on an abandoned plantation in a remote, wooded corner of Arkansas, the story concerns the lives and hopes of former slaves. Treemonisha, born soon after emancipation, has been well educated, thanks to her parents' hard work and her own determination. Now a young woman recently returned from college, she clashes with the local conjure man, who has been breeding ignorance and superstition among her neighbors for his own profit. The excitement increases when he kidnaps Treemonisha and threatens to throw her into a wasps' nest. Because the motivations of the characters and the flow of action in Treemonisha are easily accessible to children, it translates well into a picture book. This retelling follows the opera's action closely, sometimes using dialogue from Joplin's libretto. Watercolor illustrations depict mysterious woods in muted fall tones and make effective use of expression and gesture to portray human emotion. The pictures are notable for their strong sense of movement, recalling the opera's energetic ragtime dance numbers. An introduction offers background information, while an afterword outlines Joplin's life and recounts the history of his only surviving opera. Standing on its own as a good story, this title provides an enticing introduction to an appealing and important piece of American music.
Margaret A. Chang, North Adams State College, MA
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Treemonisha; from the Opera of Scott Joplin
Published by
Henry Holt & Co, New York, New York, U.S.A., 1995
ISBN 10: 0805017488
ISBN 13: 9780805017489
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Seller: Thomas F. Pesce', Anaheim, CA, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condition: Near Fine. Bryant, Michael (illustrator). First Edition. Three inch closed, vertical tear on the front cover has been previously repaired. Seller Inventory # 4001205
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Treemonisha - From the Opera by Scott Joplin
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Henry Holt, New York, 1995
ISBN 10: 0805017488
ISBN 13: 9780805017489
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Seller: Bud Plant & Hutchison Books, Cedar Ridge, CA, U.S.A.
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Bryant, Michael (illustrator). 1st ed. 1st ptg., 4to picture book, paper-covered boards, a retelling of Joplin's ragtime opera, richly illustrated in color throughout by Michael Bryant. As new in fine, unclipped dj. Seller Inventory # 34023
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library. Condition: New. Bryant, Michael (illustrator). In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Seller Inventory # Q-0805017488