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Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue is a well-written book. It is well-written because it uses precise vocabulary. The book includes sentence structure that varies. Also, word order helps make the story flow. There is music in language which creates emphasis on the subject matter. It has compelling details. Also, it avoids condescension and didacticism.
Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue is a well-illustrated book. It is done in cartoon art style. The illustrations help in establish the setting of the story. They define and develop the characters. The illustrations help in reinforce the text of the book. The illustrations in the book are very lively and colorful.
Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue is set in New York in the 1920’s.the story begins as George Gershwin

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