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Meet... Nellie Melba

By Janeen Brian
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In Meet... Nellie Melba by Janeen Brian, readers are introduced to the life and achievements of the Australian opera singer Nellie Melba. This children's book beautifully narrates her journey from humble beginnings to becoming a world-renowned performer, highlighting her determination and passion for music. Nellie's story inspires young readers by showing how dedication can lead to extraordinary accomplishments.
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You might enjoy this book if you are curious about the inspiring life of Dame Nellie Melba, one of Australia's most famous opera singers. Young readers will delight in following her journey, discovering how she pursued her dreams and the challenges she overcame, all presented in an engaging and accessible way for children.

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Meet... Nellie Melba

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A picture book series about the extraordinary men and women who have shaped Australia's history, including opera star Dame Nellie Melba.

Dame Nellie Melba was Australia's first classical music star. The beauty of her singing was celebrated around the globe. She was appointed Dame Commander, OBE for her enormous fundraising efforts during World War One and today she is commemorated on Australia's hundred dollar banknote. This is the story of how she rose to fame, and how she brought opera to Australians in the city and in the bush.

From Ned Kelly to Banjo Paterson; Captain Cook to Sidney Nolan, the Meet... series of picture books tells the exciting stories of the men and women who have shaped Australia's history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780143780298

Publisher: Random House Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 01 August 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Random House Australia Children's Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Claire Murphy

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 226.0mm

Height: 289.0mm

Weight: 350g

Pages: 32

Collections

Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Janeen Brian Penguin Books

About the Author

Janeen Brian (Author) Janeen Brian is an award-winning author of picture books, fiction, non-fiction, short fiction and poetry for young readers. Several of her books have been CBCA Notable or Honour Books, including I'm a Dirty Dinosaur (winner of the Speech Pathology Australia 2014 Children's Book of the Year Award) and I'm a Hungry Dinosaur. A former Primary School teacher, Janeen lives in South Australia. Claire Murphy (Illustrator) Claire Murphy studied Illustration at Queensland College of Art where she discovered her love of comic art and graphic novels. She lives in Melbourne with her daughter and husband, where she works as a freelance illustrator. She enjoys collecting vintage brooches and dresses and publishes zines people can have a giggle at.

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