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John Farnham: A Little Golden Book Biography

By Penguin Random House Australia
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We have the chance to turn the pages over while reading about the life and legacy of Australia's own 'voice', John Farnham, in this beautifully illustrated and collectible Little Golden Book! There was one thing that always made Johnny happy - music. He would whistle, hum... Read More
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We have the chance to turn the pages over while reading about the life and legacy of Australia's own 'voice', John Farnham, in this beautifully illustrated and collectible Little Golden Book!

There was one thing that always made Johnny happy - music. He would whistle, hum or sing wherever he went.

Read the inspiring story about the life of Australia's singing sensation, John Farnham - from growing up in England to becoming a teen pop idol in Australia, and how his decision to record one song would end up changing his life, and the face of Australian music, forever.

Looking for beloved classic tales, timeless new stories, awesome biographies and favourite characters? There's a Little Golden Book for that!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781761358876

Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 August 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: Penguin Random House Australia

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Alisha Monnin

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 1.0mm

Width: 1.0mm

Height: 1.0mm

Weight: 1g

Pages: 24

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