Mercedes Sosa: La Voz del Pueblo

Aixa Pérez-Prado

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Mercedes Sosa: La Voz del Pueblo

Mercedes Sosa: La Voz del Pueblo

Aixa Pérez-Prado

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Una conmovedora biografía ilustrada de una de las cantantes y defensoras de derechos humanos más queridas de América Latina, Mercedes Sosa.

A stirring picture book biography of one of Latin America's most beloved singers and human rights advocates, Mercedes Sosa.

¿Alguna vez has oído una canción que te elevó a lo más alto?

¿Una canción que capturó tu corazón?

¿Una voz tan poderosa que te hizo sentir listo para cambiar el mundo?

Esta es la historia de una cantora cuya voz navegó por el aire como las alas de un cóndor,
inspirando al pueblo en cada latido de la tierra.

Escrita e ilustrada por Aixa Pérez-Prado, esta es la conmovedora historia de la cantante folklórica y defensora de derechos humanos argentina Mercedes Sosa. Conocida cariñosamente como la Negra, Mercedes utilizó su talento musical y su poderosa voz para denunciar la pobreza y la desigualdad en su país. Ante una cruel dictadura, Mercedes se negó a ser silenciada. Con valentía subió al escenario para "dar voz a los que no tienen voz" con canciones edificantes de empatía y empoderamiento. Su música inolvidable y sus mensajes de esperanza continúan resonando en personas de todo el mundo hasta el día de hoy.

Written and illustrated by Aixa Pérez-Prado, this is the powerful biography of Argentinean folksinger and human rights advocate Mercedes Sosa. Affectionately known as La Negra, Mercedes used her musical talents and powerful voice to speak out against poverty and inequality in her home country. In the face of a cruel dictatorship, Mercedes refused to be silenced. She bravely stepped on stage to lend a "voice to the voiceless" with uplifting songs of empathy and empowerment. Her unforgettable music and messages of hope continue to resonate with people across the world to this day.

About the Author

Aixa Pérez-Prado is an author, an illustrator, and a university professor of linguistic and cultural studies. Originally from Buenos Aires, she crafts stories that explore intersectional identities, the need for belonging, and the richness of bilingualism. In her early years, Aixa found inspiration in the powerful voice of Mercedes Sosa and was drawn to the profound messages of social justice, human rights, and compassion in her music. These messages prompted her to embark on a personal journey of self-discovery, exploring her own blended Indigenous and European heritage through the mediums of art, literature, and music. Aixa lives with her family in Miami, Florida. Learn more about her at aixaperezprado.com.

Critical Reviews

"Accessible Spanish terms used within context pop up throughout the pages, enriching the text. . . .The illustrations add intensity, using rich hues, cutouts, and color overlays to enhance the drama of the action, punctuating the emotions beneath Sosa's lyrics and emphasizing the courage it took to sing those songs during the repressive regime. A fitting tribute to an exceptional woman." -- Booklist

"Distilling Argentina's history into accessible text...Perez-Prado traces the life of Argentine singer Mercedes Sosa (1935-2009) alongside her country's sociopolitical climate." -- Publishers Weekly

Best Spanish Books 2024 - King County Library System
Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards Commended Title 2025 - Read Your World
RISE: A Feminist Book Project Booklist 2025 - American Library Association (ALA)

Publishing Information

Publisher: Children's Book Press (CA)
Pub date: 2024-09-17
Length: 40 pages

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