MD's Saturday book reviews, given in-between trips to settle mischief-making in the back of the youth section of the library.
It's a quieter day at the library today, so let's see if I can squeeze in a review before closing.
This week I found a great book thanks to Theresa, called Drum Dream Girl . Written by Cuban-American writer Margarita Engle, Drum Dream Girl tells the true story of Millo Castro Zaldarriaga, the first well-known female drum player in Cuba.
The story begins in 1930's. Believe it or not, at the time it was taboo for girls to play the drums in Millo's home country, Cuba.This does not stop Millo, however. She dreams of one day playing the drums in a cafe band, but she is met by the scorn of her father and town.
It's a quieter day at the library today, so let's see if I can squeeze in a review before closing.
This week I found a great book thanks to Theresa, called Drum Dream Girl . Written by Cuban-American writer Margarita Engle, Drum Dream Girl tells the true story of Millo Castro Zaldarriaga, the first well-known female drum player in Cuba.
The story begins in 1930's. Believe it or not, at the time it was taboo for girls to play the drums in Millo's home country, Cuba.This does not stop Millo, however. She dreams of one day playing the drums in a cafe band, but she is met by the scorn of her father and town.
With the aid of a teacher, Millo finally gains the instruction she needs. And that, as they say, is history. Now ready to perform, Millo creates an awesome, all-female band.
