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Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova Hardcover – Picture Book, August 18, 2015
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"An enchanting glimpse of a dancer whose name has come to be synonymous with her most famous role."--School Library Journal, starred review
One night, young Anna's mother takes her to the ballet, and everything is changed. So begins the journey of a girl who will one day grow up to be the most famous prima ballerina of all time, inspiring legions of dancers after her: the brave, the generous, the transcendently gifted Anna Pavlova. Swan: The Life and Dance of Anna Pavlova is a heartbreakingly beautiful picture book biography perfect for aspiring ballerinas of all ages.
- Reading age6 - 9 years
- Print length52 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Grade level1 - 4
- Lexile measureAD500L
- Dimensions9.5 x 0.5 x 12.5 inches
- PublisherChronicle Books
- Publication dateAugust 18, 2015
- ISBN-101452118906
- ISBN-13978-1452118901
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Julie Morstad is an award-winning artist who divides her creative energy between drawing, illustration, animation, and design. She lives in Vancouver, British Columbia.
Product details
- Publisher : Chronicle Books; Illustrated edition (August 18, 2015)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 52 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1452118906
- ISBN-13 : 978-1452118901
- Reading age : 6 - 9 years
- Lexile measure : AD500L
- Grade level : 1 - 4
- Item Weight : 2.31 pounds
- Dimensions : 9.5 x 0.5 x 12.5 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #445,990 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author

I've been writing pretty devotedly, in one form or fashion, since I was about seven. In the fourth grade, I announced to the world that I planned to become "rich and famous writing books and plays for children!" Then I intended to adopt every stray dog and cat in the city of Baltimore and move them all into an old mansion, not far from where I lived.
Well, I'm not rich by any means, I live in a rather small brick house, and I only have one cat, but I am (blessedly) writing books for kids, and I couldn't be more amazed or delighted.
Most days I spend with my sons (who are tiny) smeared with peanut butter, finger paint, and silly joy. But late at night, I write these books... and I hope you'll read one...
And if you like that book, (or even if you don't) I hope you'll write to me, and say hello!
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Customers praise the book for its lovely writing and stunning illustrations. They find the storyline appropriate for all ages, with an outstanding passion story that is easy to read.
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Customers appreciate the writing quality of the book. They find it well-written and visually appealing, with gorgeous illustrations. Some readers mention that the book is good but not as expected.
"...approach to Pavolva's life story, but thanks to the spectacular illustrations, I still think the book will resonate with little children...." Read more
"A beautiful book that every girly little girl must own. My baby girl can't read yet but I decided to add it to her book collection...." Read more
"...The storyline is for older kids because it is full of emotion, but so beautiful!..." Read more
"...I have it on Kindle; I'll bet it's sensational in hard cover." Read more
Customers enjoy the book's visual quality. They find the illustrations stunning and the story beautiful.
"...moving, but Laurel Snyder achieves exactly that in this hauntingly beautiful book...." Read more
"...I do not regret it. Not only does it look beautiful on the shelf but it is a nice story as well." Read more
"I have not read it yet. Bought as a gift. The pictures are lovely." Read more
"...The illustrations were gorgeous, and the storyline was appropriate for its audience." Read more
Customers enjoy the storyline. They find it appropriate for its audience, with an engaging passion story suitable for both adults and children. The book is well-written and easy to read for all ages.
"Such a truly beautiful story, one of the best gifts to give!" Read more
"...Not only does it look beautiful on the shelf but it is a nice story as well." Read more
"One of our all time favorite books. The storyline is for older kids because it is full of emotion, but so beautiful!..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2015In this age of information overload, I think it's extremely difficult to write a piece that's deeply moving, but Laurel Snyder achieves exactly that in this hauntingly beautiful book. Snyder takes a rather sophisticated approach to Pavolva's life story, but thanks to the spectacular illustrations, I still think the book will resonate with little children. I'd also highly recommend it for women like me, who secretly long to don a pair of toe shoes and twirl onto a stage. Any balletomane would be delighted to receive it for the holidays!
- Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2024Such a truly beautiful story, one of the best gifts to give!
- Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2017A beautiful book that every girly little girl must own. My baby girl can't read yet but I decided to add it to her book collection. I do not regret it. Not only does it look beautiful on the shelf but it is a nice story as well.
- Reviewed in the United States on December 19, 2017One of our all time favorite books. The storyline is for older kids because it is full of emotion, but so beautiful! Our 9 year old recieved this with tickets to the ballet and she started to cry with joy!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2016I have not read it yet. Bought as a gift. The pictures are lovely.
- Reviewed in the United States on October 26, 2019This is a beauty that little girls who like ballet will go to again and again. I have it on Kindle; I'll bet it's sensational in hard cover.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 12, 2017This was a delightful book about Anna Pavlova, and her contribution to ballet reaching all kinds of people around the world. The illustrations were gorgeous, and the storyline was appropriate for its audience.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2016adults and children love this story. A story of life to the full. Very nicely done.
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- Ashley DoerksenReviewed in Canada on October 1, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Cute ballerina book
Perfect
- Lizzie JennerReviewed in the United Kingdom on January 5, 2020
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely book with beautiful drawings.
What a lovely book to read to children as well as yourself no matter how old you are. It’s perfect for any ballet dancer and the illustrations and drawings are just delightful!
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LaRobiReviewed in Italy on November 13, 2018
5.0 out of 5 stars Illustrazioni stupende!
Se amate la danza, l’illustrazione o le storie che possano ispirare, questo bellissimo libro fa per voi!
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anabelReviewed in Spain on April 26, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars DELICIOSO
La edición es maravillosa. Vale la pena sólo por las ilustraciones. Son delicadas, evocadoras, bellísimas. El relato está a la altura sin ninguna duda.
En definitiva, es una joya que cualquier amante de los álbumes ilustrados no debería dejar escapar.
- Mme Christina SevaistreReviewed in France on January 27, 2016
4.0 out of 5 stars A Book for Young Dance Lovers
Wow, what a beautiful story - the text AND the lovely images were a wonderful surprise for my little dancer this Christmas.
She often takes it out just to look at the images and daydreams...