Anette Christensen

Mercedes Sosa - More Than A Song (eBook, ePUB)

A Tribute To ”La Negra,” The Voice Of Latin America (1935 – 2009)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The Argentine folk singer and social activist, Mercedes Sosa, was a world-class performer, whose influence went far beyond the borders of music. Blacklisted as being one the most dangerous people to the regime in Argentina in the 1970s, she became the underground reference point for the poor and oppressed, and an icon of democracy who fought South America’s dictators with her voice. Nicknamed, “The Voice of the Voiceless,” Sosa emerged as a legend and a much-loved mother of Latin America.
With her powerful voice and compelling stage presence, the Argentine folk singer, Mercedes Sosa, was a world-class performer, whose influence went far beyond the borders of music. Blacklisted as being one the most dangerous people to the regime in Argentina in the 1970s, she became the underground reference point for the poor and oppressed, and an icon of democracy who fought South America’s dictators with her voice.
Alongside her lifelong career, which earned her four Grammy Awards, Sosa also worked as Goodwill Ambassador for the children in Latin America and in the Caribbean, and was granted the prestigious position of Vice President of the Earth Council. Nicknamed, “The Voice of the Voiceless,” Sosa emerged as a legend and a much-loved mother of Latin America.
Although Mercedes Sosa was one of the most recognized artists in international music, and collaborated with musicians ranging from Luciano Pavarotti, Sting and Joan Baez, she remained an unsung hero outside of Latin America. However, now ten years after her death, Sosa’s legacy continues to shine. Her example of integrity and solidarity lives on and make her a role model who points out the path to a more emphatic and compassionate world.
But how did a girl raised in a poor Indian working class family gain such influence?
Mercedes Sosa – More than a Song explores the secret behind Sosa’s remarkable impact and reveals how her upbringing, political circumstances and personal tragedies formed her life and her career. Now, ten years after her death, Sosa’s legacy continues to shine. Her example of integrity and solidarity lives on and make her a role model who points out the path to a more emphatic and compassionate world. Her story calls out for the best in all of us. You are about to meet a woman who will inspire you by her courage and authenticity.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Tektime
• Seitenzahl: 183
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. April 2020
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788835404897
• Artikelnr.: 59261583

Autorenporträt

Anette Christensen, born and raised in Denmark, began her career by helping develop international charity programs. Later she became a language teacher for college students, and then, with her husband, ran a travel agency and a real estate agency. Now semi-retired and living in Turkey, she writes and focuses on personal growth. For years Anette traveled in many parts of the world. Her experiences with various cultures have enabled her to engage with people with a different outlook on life than her own. She is eager to learn from others and finds joy in embracing the difference of others, spotting the uniqueness that she believes is within each individual. In a sincere, straightforward and compassionate way the author motivates the reader to push forward on their personal journeys. Mercedes Sosa - The Voice of Hope is the first book about Mercedes Sosa in English and has been in the making for almost ten years. It is a product of a life fully lived. Anette Christensen, nacida y criada en Dinamarca, comenzó su carrera ayudando a desarrollar programas benéficos internacionales. Más tarde se convirtió en profesora de lenguas para estudiantes secundarios, y entonces, con su marido, dirigió una agencia de viajes e inmobiliaria. Ahora, semirretirada y viviendo en Turquía, escribe y se enfoca en el crecimiento personal Durante años, Anette viajó por muchos lugares del mundo. Su experiencia con variadas culturas le ha permitido conocer personas con visiones de la vida diferentes de la suya. Ella está ansiosa por aprender de otros, y encuentra alegría en aceptar las diferencias de los demás, encontrando la singularidad que ella cree que cada individuo posee. De manera sincera, directa y compasiva, el autor motiva al lector a seguir adelante en sus viajes personales. Mercedes Sosa, La Voz de la Esperanza es el producto de una vida vivida con plenitud, y muestra que Christensen es una escritora talentosa.