D. J. and the Jazz Fest Hardcover - 1997
by Denise McConduit; Emile Henriquez (Illustrator)
From the jacket flap
"D.J. reluctantly agrees to go to his first Jazz Fest with his relatives, only to discover an unexpected world of culture and music."--Midwest Book Review
"We go with him and are in for a truly invigorating experience."
--Children's Literature
"A book that is a celebration of a city and its music as well as a celebration of family."--Multicultural Review
"A wonderful children's book to have in any elementary school or public library."--Louisiana Library Association Bulletin
Denise Walter McConduit is fourth in a family of thirteen, a New Orleans native, and a mother of four. She published her first story in 1982, and her work has since appeared in Essence, Black New Orleans, and the New Orleans Tribune. Currently, she serves on the advisory board of the Friends of New Orleans Public Library and is a member of the Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators. Her work is on display in the New Orleans Riverwalk's Book of Legends. The character of D.J. is based on her son.
Emile F. Henriquez is a retired design coordinator from Textron Marine and Land Systems. He studied drawing, painting, design, and art history at Tulane University and has worked as a graphic illustrator since 1963. He and his wife, Mary Ann, reside in Slidell, where he operates a full commercial and fine art studio. He is active in civic and cultural affairs and served as president of the Slidell Art League for two years.
Denise Walter McConduit and Emile F. Henriquez also collaborated on D.J. and the Zulu Parade and D.J. and the Debutante Ball, all published by Pelican.
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- Title D. J. and the Jazz Fest
- Author Denise McConduit; Emile Henriquez (Illustrator)
- Binding Hardcover
- Edition No PRINTING NOTE
- Pages 32
- Volumes 1
- Language ENG
- Publisher Pelican Publishing Company, Gretna, La
- Date 1997-02
- Illustrated Yes
- ISBN 9781565542396 / 1565542398
- Weight 0.79 lbs (0.36 kg)
- Dimensions 11.3 x 8.81 x 0.34 in (28.70 x 22.38 x 0.86 cm)
- Ages 04 to 08 years
- Grade levels P - 3
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Themes
- Ethnic Orientation: Multicultural
- Geographic Orientation: Louisiana
- Locality: New Orleans, Louisiana
- Library of Congress subjects New Orleans (La.), African Americans
- Library of Congress Catalog Number 96046639
- Dewey Decimal Code E
Media reviews
Citations
- Hornbook Guide to Children, 01/01/1997, Page 273
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