Joan Stuchner, author of Josephine's Dream, will visit Once Upon a Story Books, in Fresno California on Wednesday, February 4, 2009, at 11 a.m., for a reading of Josephine’s Dream and a presentation on the life of Josephine Baker.
When Martin Luther King Jr. uttered the famous words “I have a dream” during the March on Washington rally in 1963, Josephine Baker—the only woman to speak and perform at the rally—knew what he meant. As a poor African American growing up in St. Louis, Josephine had faced great hardships, but she never stopped dreaming of seeing her name in lights. Knowing that her dream would be difficult to achieve in the United States, she moved to France, where she became a famous singer, dancer, and entertainer. While in France, she broke free of prejudices, helped the French resistance in World War II, and became a civil rights leader. At the March on Washington, Josephine refused to perform for segregated audiences. Josephine’s continued stand against segregation helped end the practice in the United States.
Josephine’s Dream is a beautifully illustrated children’s book based upon the events in the life that allowed her to achieve her dream. The book teaches the importance of family, the importance of following one’s dreams, and the importance of living true to one’s values. It also emphasizes the difference that one person can make in the world.
Josephine’s Dream was written by Joan Stuchner and illustrated by Chantelle Walther.
For more information regarding this event please contact
Cyndie Kalina
Once Upon a Story Books
phone 562-673-5777
fax 562-439-3227
cyndie@onceuponastorybooks.com
www.onceuponastorybooks.com
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