In this concise biography, Pete Seeger’s life and experiences are related. We learn about his childhood exposure to folk music, his love of the banjo and the ukulele, and the mentors who guided him; We also see his efforts with the labor unions, his involvement in WWII and the war protests that followed. His fight for civil rights, answering to the House Un-American Activities Committee and his work to save the environment - wait and his music! Pete Seeger was a hero who changed the face of folk music.
This thorough well researched yet age appropriate biography is a great source for the young reader interested in Pete Seeger or this time period. So many people influenced, helped or worked with Seeger that some parts are a bit name heavy, but it doesn’t detract from the story. Full of photographs, it contains source notes, a bibliography and an index. Perfect for a middle school student.
MS - ADVISABLE Lisa Librarian
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