
Joseph Bologne
Joanne Mattern(Author)
Red Chair Press
Will be published approx. on 1. August 2026
Book
Paperback/Softback
32 pages
978-1-967893-19-5 (ISBN)
Description
Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges (1745-1799), was a French violinist, composer, conductor, and soldier.
Born to a father from Guadeloupe, he rose to fame in Paris despite racial prejudice. A virtuoso musician, he composed operas and was briefly Director of the Paris Opera before being ousted due to his mixed-race heritage. Nicknamed the "Black Mozart," his legacy rivals that of Mozart himself. This account includes vivid illustrations, photos of key sites, a timeline, and "B Sharp" sidebars that highlight key moments in his remarkable life.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
ISBN-13
978-1-967893-19-5 (9781967893195)
Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Joanne Mattern is the author of many books for children. She loves writing about sports, animals, and interesting people. Mattern lives in New York State with her family.