Muddy: The Story Of Blues Legend Muddy Waters
by Michael Mahin, illustrated by Evan Turk
Buy on AmazonA celebration of the indomitable blues musician whose fierce, electric sound laid the groundwork for rock and roll is a story of struggle, determination, and hope.
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"When asked at the start of their career which musicians they’d most like to meet in America, the Beatles didn’t even hesitate: Muddy Waters. So it seems fitting that to bring his tale to life, artist Evan Turk conjures up fire and lightning on the page, introducing young readers to a legend. From the Mississippi fields to the bright lights of Chicago, this account of Waters’ life makes it clear that humble beginnings are an impediment to success only if you let them define you from the start. (For ages 4 to 8)"
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