Children's author Anne Bustard on her favorite picture book biographies and a few collected biographies, too, birthday by birthday.
Friday, October 21, 2011
October 21 Birthday: Celia Cruz
Celia Cruz, musician
Oct. 21, 1925-July 16, 2003
Celia Cruz, Queen of Salsa by Veronica Chambers, illustrated by Julie Maren (Dial, 2005)
When this salsa superstar was a child, her neighbors crowded the street to hear her sing to her family. Jewel toned illustrations add much to this vibrant story of her life.
The Smithsonian National Museum of American History featured Celia Cruz in a exhibit called Azucar! The Life and Music of Celia Cruz.