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2010-12-04
Public domain in the USA.
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Tapper, Thomas
1864
1958
Johann Sebastian Bach : The story of the boy who sang in the streets
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"Johann Sebastian Bach: The story of the boy who sang in the streets" by Tapper is a children's book that serves as an introductory biography written in the early 20th century. The story follows the life of the famous composer Johann Sebastian Bach, highlighting his humble beginnings as a boy in Germany who sang in the streets. Through a simple narrative, it aims to inspire young readers by detailing Bach's journey from poverty to becoming a celebrated musician. The book recounts various events from Bach's childhood, such as the loss of his parents at a young age, his passion for music, and his determination to learn from renowned musicians. It discusses his close relationship with his brother, who initially provided him music lessons, and how Bach’s hard work and perseverance led him to fame. With engaging illustrations, the narrative captures the essence of Bach's early life experiences, including his travels to hear other musicians and his eventual role as the Cantor of the Thomas School in Leipsic. Overall, it serves as both an educational tool and a source of inspiration for children interested in music and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Bach, Johann Sebastian, 1685-1750 -- Juvenile literature
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Child's Own Book of Great Musicians
Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
Category: Biographies
Category: Music
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