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cimorene1558's review against another edition
3.0
I'm not exactly sure who this is meant to appeal to, but it's an attractive book.
kelleemoye's review against another edition
5.0
Reviewed at: http://www.teachmentortexts.com/2012/12/when-bob-met-woody.html
I grew up listening to Bob Dylan. His music was a major part of the soundtrack of my life and because of that he still has a special place in my heart. During my bachelor degree I wrote a paper analyzing the influence that Walt Whitman had on Woody Guthrie thus influencing Bob Dylan- this picture book brought me right back to that research and all of the amazing poetry and music that Dylan and Guthrie write/wrote. This picture book shares Bob's childhood as a journey to reach his dream and to meet his idol. It is told almost as a hero's journey- this book also shows that being your dream and meeting your hero are reachable. I loved the intertwining of Bob's lyrics and quotes bringing the history even more to life.
I loved this picture book and will definitely want to own it. I'm now going to go read it again.
I grew up listening to Bob Dylan. His music was a major part of the soundtrack of my life and because of that he still has a special place in my heart. During my bachelor degree I wrote a paper analyzing the influence that Walt Whitman had on Woody Guthrie thus influencing Bob Dylan- this picture book brought me right back to that research and all of the amazing poetry and music that Dylan and Guthrie write/wrote. This picture book shares Bob's childhood as a journey to reach his dream and to meet his idol. It is told almost as a hero's journey- this book also shows that being your dream and meeting your hero are reachable. I loved the intertwining of Bob's lyrics and quotes bringing the history even more to life.
I loved this picture book and will definitely want to own it. I'm now going to go read it again.
beths0103's review against another edition
4.0
Great story for aspiring musicians. Loved learning about how Bob Dylan got started in music.
chachacenteno's review against another edition
5.0
Great read, wish it had more lyrics, enabling younger readers to get a sense of folk music. Backmatter was great, would work well for a school project.
satyridae's review
4.0
This is a delightful introduction to a musical icon. A picture book about how Bob Dylan's musical persona was formed and informed by his times and by the singers who were going to become his peers- what a grand idea! And how lovingly, reverentially executed here by Golio. The illustrations are splendid and evocative, but I'm afraid ol' Bob was never quite as handsome as herein depicted by Burckhardt. Highly recommended for people who like music, and essential for folkies and their children's children.
tatidengo's review
5.0
Very inspiring story, appealing to children and adults alike. Short but sweet introduction to anyone not familiar with this musician. Author notes that in some cases story might be not be entirely factual and may be rather idealistic. The illustrations expertly convey this idealism, accompanying the text with rolling hills and rosy sunsets.
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