Cover of The joy of creation

The joy of creation

by Sandra H. Shichtman

Classical Composers

Reading Level 7-8 Very Intense (Lvl 5) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

Explore the life of Clara Schumann, a gifted pianist and composer whose journey is marked by both artistic triumphs and profound personal struggles. This vivid tale delves into the challenges she faced, including harsh hardships and complex relationships, revealing the resilience behind her enduring legacy. Readers will experience a powerful story of creativity, pain, and transformation set against the backdrop of 19th-century Germany.

Representation & Themes

HistoricalBiographyMusic & ArtsFamilyIdentity & Self-Discovery

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Content Intensity

Level 5 — Very Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Abuse Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Physical/Safety: Graphic Violence Physical/Safety: Torture Physical/Safety: Body Horror Physical/Safety: Physical Danger Social: Stalking Social: Abuse Social: Violence
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Details

ISBN
9781599351230
Publisher
Morgan Reynolds Publishing
Published
2010
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
27,069

Genres

Composers

Subjects

Schumann, Clara, -- 1819-1896 -- Juvenile literaturePianists -- Germany -- Biography -- Juvenile literatureComposers -- Germany -- Biography -- Juvenile literature