A Horn for Louis
A Horn for Louis by Eric A. Kimmel, published by Random House in 2005, is an engaging narrative that introduces young readers to the early life of the legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong. This edition, consisting of 86 pages, is presented in English and captures the essence of Louis’s childhood struggles and aspirations. The story follows seven-year-old Louis, who, despite his poverty and lack of formal education, works diligently to support his family while dreaming of owning a real musical instrument.
Readers will discover how Louis’s journey unfolds as he navigates the streets of New Orleans, collecting items on a junk wagon while playing his tin horn. The narrative emphasizes themes of hard work, persistence, and hope, making it a fitting choice for educational contexts, including Black History Month. With its focus on music and the performing arts, A Horn for Louis serves as a valuable resource for those interested in biography and cultural history, appealing to both children and adults alike.
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Seven-year-old Louis Armstrong was too poor to buy a real horn. He didn’t even go to school. To help his mother pay the rent, Louis had a job. Every day he rode a junk wagon through the streets of New Orleans, playing his tin horn and collecting stuff people didn’t want. Then one day the junk wagon passed a pawn shop with a gleaming brass trumpet in the window. . . .
A Horn for Louis is perfect for Black History Month. With messages about hard work, persistence, hope, tolerance, cooperation, trust, and friendship, it’s perfect for the rest of the year, too! From the Hardcover edition.
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