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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
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Breakthrough Belle: The Life of J.P. Morgan's Librarian Belle Da Costa Greene

Breakthrough Belle: The Life of J.P. Morgan's Librarian Belle Da Costa Greene

Mitchell, J. P.
Sobel Lederman, Deana

Hardcover

Biography

Publisher Price: $21.95

PREORDER - Expected ship date July 13, 2027

ISBN10: 1596273526
ISBN13: 9781596273528
Publisher: Morehouse Publishing
Published: Jul 13 2027
Pages: 40
Language: English

The inspiring true story of the first director of The Morgan Library, Belle da Costa Greene, for children ages 6-10.

Breakthrough Belle recounts the brilliant life of a young Black girl growing up in the late 1800s who refused to be defined by the limits around her. Inspired by a powerful legacy--her father was the first Black graduate of Harvard--Belle learned early that courage and intelligence could open doors others said were closed to her. Belle's journey leads her to an extraordinary and unexpected place: working closely with J.P. Morgan and ultimately becoming the first director of The Morgan Library. Through her love of rare books and her sharp, curious mind, she built a life that broke barriers and reshaped what was possible for a Black woman of her time. Told in a way that is engaging and accessible, this story highlights themes of courage, legacy, and excellence. Belle invites children to see that their own potential is precious and powerful--and to believe that, no matter the obstacles, they too can rise, create, and leave a lasting mark on the world.

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