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A review by somosoldaderas
I Am Frida Kahlo by Brad Meltzer
4.0
Thank you Edelweiss+ and the publishers for a copy of this e-arc.
A great introductory for those new to Frida Kahlo. This cute picture book gives brief background information about her early life (including her polio diagnosis and her interest in art). It also discusses ways she was stigmatized in both Mexico and when she ventured to the United States for not meeting traditional feminine standards (both in appearance and behavior) but nevertheless was someone who remains remembered.
One of the few critiques I have is the lack of reference to / discussion surrounding her sexuality given that was another way she did not fit the mold of a traditional Mexican woman during her period.
A great introductory for those new to Frida Kahlo. This cute picture book gives brief background information about her early life (including her polio diagnosis and her interest in art). It also discusses ways she was stigmatized in both Mexico and when she ventured to the United States for not meeting traditional feminine standards (both in appearance and behavior) but nevertheless was someone who remains remembered.
One of the few critiques I have is the lack of reference to / discussion surrounding her sexuality given that was another way she did not fit the mold of a traditional Mexican woman during her period.