When Marian Sang: The True Recital of Marian Anderson, The Voice of a Century

Written by Pam Muñoz Ryan. Illus. by Brian Selznick. Published by Scholastic.

About

A gloriously designed and thoughtfully researched book, "When Marian Sang," encapsulates the life of famed African-American contralto Marian Anderson. Ryan's vibrant text melds perfectly with Selznick's sepia toned illustrations to portray Anderson's passion for singing and her perseverance in overcoming the barriers to both train and perform because of her race. A 2003 Robert F. Sibert Honor Book.

Details

ISBN:

0439269679

Awards Won

Title Year
notable.jpg Notable Children's Books
Each year the Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) identifies the best of the best of children's books on the Notable Children's Books list.
2003 - Selection(s)