Children's author Anne Bustard on her favorite picture book biographies and a few collected biographies, too, birthday by birthday.
Sunday, November 27, 2011
November 27 Birthday: Jimi Hendrix
Jimi Hendrix, musician
November 27, 1942-September 18, 1970
Jimi Sounds Like a Rainbow: A Story of the Young Jimi Hendrix by Gary Golio, illustrated by Javaka Steptoe (Clarion Books, 2010).
Meet the heart and soul of the rock ‘n’ roller who electrified the 1960s--before he became a star. Through vibrant language and dynamic illustrations, readers are introduced to Hendrix’s childhood friends, his inspirations, his songs, his fire.
The official Jimi Hendrix website offers news, video, music, album information and a bio of this pioneer.