Duncan Tonatiuh has already contributed some classic stories highlighting Hispanic culture like Funny Bones and The Princess and the Warrior and Danza adds to his litany. Amalia Hernandez’s Ballet Folklorico de Mexico is brought to life on the pages with Tonatiuh’s descriptions of her process to identify dances from around the country and the intricate details of costumes and poses. The inclusion of a bibliography is helpful for a reader wanting to learn more and I appreciate that the author’s note makes mention of criticisms of misappropriation of culture. While I can value that perspective, I think Hernandez’s ballet brought the culture of Mexico around the world in the form of ballet. And Tonatiuh in recognizing all aspects of the story makes it known that all was not easy for Amalia Hernandez.
Title: Danza!
Author: Ducan Tonatiuh
Published 2017 by Abrams Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 978-1-4197-2532-6
This book was sent by the publisher for review purposes.
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