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Matisse: Magician of Color - by Derek Desierto (Hardcover)

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  • From New York Times-bestelling illustrator, Derek Desierto, here is nn inspiring, exquisitely illustrated picture book biography of Henri Matisse, who overcame hardship to create masterpieces.
  • 2-5 Years
  • 10.0" x 10.0" Hardcover
  • 40 Pages
  • Juvenile Nonfiction, Art

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About the Book



From New York Times-bestelling illustrator, Derek Desierto, here is nn inspiring, exquisitely illustrated picture book biography of Henri Matisse, who overcame hardship to create masterpieces.

"A lovely homage."



Book Synopsis



From New York Times-bestelling illustrator, Derek Desierto, here is nn inspiring, exquisitely illustrated picture book biography of Henri Matisse, who overcame hardship to create masterpieces.

"A lovely homage."

Henri Matisse loved color. He dreamed of being an artist. Even after his father pushed him to study for a "serious" job, Henri followed his heart and went to art school. Color was all around him!

After a grueling illness, Henri had to reinvent the way he made art. And what he created became even more magical. His story is brought to life by bestselling artist Derek Desierto, who continues to be inspired by Matisse's work, and now shares that magic with young readers.



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★ "Matisse's -resilience remains an inspiration to creative minds around the world. This succinct biography of Matisse's life is well suited to young readers thanks to its relatively brief text and bright, chunky -illustrations. ... A lovely homage to Matisse's life and work, this is a positive addition to nonfiction -biography collections for young readers, and it is especially well-suited to reading aloud. -School Library Journal, starred review

"In simple, compelling language, an admiring unseen narrator waxes rhapsodic about the painter's struggles and successes.... Desierto uses high-spirited, brightly hued cut-paper illustrations to great effect as he captures Matisse's passion for color and underscores an important truth: Art is about the journey, not the end result. Adult readers will recognize many of his familiar works; all will feel the joy with which they were created. A loving, tender homage to an innovative artist."--Kirkus Reviews




About the Author



DEREK DESIERTO is the creator of Oddbird, praised as "a strong contribution to picture book celebrating diversity and inclusion" by Booklist magazine, as well as Oddbird's Chosen Family. His books with Eva Chen include the New York Times bestseller Juno Valentine and the Magical Shoes. Derek lives in Vancouver. Derekdesierto.com
Dimensions (Overall): 10.0 Inches (H) x 10.0 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: 1.0 Pounds
Suggested Age: 2-5 Years
Number of Pages: 40
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
Sub-Genre: Art
Publisher: Feiwel & Friends
Theme: Painting
Format: Hardcover
Author: Derek Desierto
Language: English
Street Date: October 14, 2025
TCIN: 94265301
UPC: 9781250864697
Item Number (DPCI): 247-44-7604
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported

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Estimated ship dimensions: 1 inches length x 10 inches width x 10 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 1 pounds
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