February

Diego Rivera: An Artist for the People

by Susan Goldman Rubin

Diego Rivera offers young readers unique insight into the life and artwork of the famous Mexican painter and muralist. The book follows Rivera's career, looking at his influences and tracing the evolution of his style. His work often called attention to the culture and struggles of the Mexican working class. Believing that art should be for the people, he created public murals in both the United States and Mexico, examples of which are included. The book contains a list of museums where you can see Rivera's art, a historical note, a glossary, and a bibliography.

Ages: 8-12
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ISBN: 9780810984110
Price: $21.95

Published By Abrams Books for Young Readers & Amulet Books