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Ray Charles : Young Musician Paperback - 2007
by Susan Sloate
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- Paperback
When Ray Charles Robinson was five, two life-changing events occurred: his brother tragically died and he lost his eyesight. This childhood biography showcases the early influences of Ray's life, and how they shaped him into the legendary musician in his adulthood.
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- Title Ray Charles : Young Musician
- Author Susan Sloate
- Binding Paperback
- Condition Used - Good
- Pages 176
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Simon & Schuster/Paula Wiseman Books
- Date 2007
- Illustrated Yes
- Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Price on Product - Canadian
- Bookseller's Inventory # G1416914374I3N10
- ISBN 9781416914372 / 1416914374
- Weight 0.26 lbs (0.12 kg)
- Dimensions 7.62 x 5.16 x 0.47 in (19.35 x 13.11 x 1.19 cm)
- Ages 08 to 11 years
- Grade levels 3 - 6
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Themes
- Chronological Period: 20th Century
- Chronological Period: 21st Century
- Ethnic Orientation: African American
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 2006926943
- Dewey Decimal Code B
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Summary
As a child, Ray Charles learned not to give up when times were tough. In this inspiring narrative, Ray Charles: Find Another Way!, young readers will learn how this groundbreaking musician overcame blindness in childhood to ascend the top ranks of American music in an era of deep racial segregation. Full-color photographs, timeline, and a compelling biographical narrative will engage and enlighten all readers as they learn how Charles persevered over blindness and prejudice. Ray Charles is part of Bearport's Defining Moments: Overcoming Challenges series.