NEW Little Golden Book - Elton John Biography Little Golden Book

Publisher: Golden Books

Publication Date: January 2, 2024

Language: English

Hardcover: 24 pages

ISBN-10: 0593647300

ISBN-13: 978-0593647301

Reading age: 2 - 5 years

Grade level: Preschool - 3

Item Weight: 112 grams

Dimensions: 17 cm x 0.5 cm x 20 cm

Early Life: Sir Elton Hercules John (born Reginald Kenneth Dwight on March 25, 1947) is one of the most successful and influential musicians of all time. With a career spanning over five decades, the British singer, pianist, and composer has sold more than 300 million records worldwide, making him one of the best-selling music artists in history.

Musical Success: Known for his distinctive voice, flamboyant costumes, and electrifying performances, Elton John rose to fame in the 1970s with hits like "Your Song," "Rocket Man," "Tiny Dancer," and "Bennie and the Jets." Throughout his career, he has released more than 30 studio albums and has had over 50 Top 40 hits in the UK and US charts.

Creative Partnership: His creative partnership with lyricist Bernie Taupin is one of the most successful in music history, having collaborated on more than 30 albums since 1967. His contributions to music earned him numerous awards including five Grammy Awards, two Academy Awards, two Golden Globes, a Tony Award, and a Kennedy Center Honor.

Philanthropy: Beyond music, Elton has been a prominent advocate for LGBTQ+ rights and HIV/AIDS awareness. In 1992, he established the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised hundreds of millions of dollars for HIV/AIDS prevention and treatment programmes worldwide.

Legacy: Knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in 1998 for his contributions to music and charitable work, Sir Elton John's extraordinary life journey—from piano prodigy to global superstar to humanitarian—has inspired countless people around the world.

Kirsten Mayer is a children's book author who has written numerous books for young readers. She specialises in creating engaging, educational content that inspires children whilst teaching important life lessons through the stories of remarkable individuals.

Dede Putra is an illustrator whose colourful, vibrant artwork brings stories to life for young readers. Their illustrations perfectly capture the flamboyant spirit and musical energy of iconic figures like Elton John, making complex life stories accessible to children.

• Inspirational Story: Follow Elton John's remarkable journey from a young pianist to a global music icon.

• Beautiful Illustrations: Colourful, engaging artwork capturing Elton's vibrant personality and iconic costumes.

• Musical Education: Introduces children to the concept of musical composition and performance in an accessible way.

• Multigenerational Appeal: Engages parents and grandparents who grew up with Elton John's music, creating a shared reading experience.

• Classic Format: The iconic Little Golden Book design with its distinctive gold spine and high-quality hardcover binding.

Revolutionary Beginning: When Little Golden Books were first published in 1942, high-quality books for children hadn't been available at a price most people could afford. Little Golden Books changed that! Priced at just 25 cents and sold where people shopped every day, they caused an instant sensation and were soon purchased by the hundreds of thousands.

Influential Illustrators: Several of its illustrators later became influential within the children's book industry, including Corinne Malvern, Tibor Gergely, Gustaf Tenggren, Feodor Rojankovsky, Richard Scarry, Eloise Wilkin, and Garth Williams.

Diverse Content: Many books in the Little Golden Books series deal with nature, science, Bible stories, nursery rhymes, and fairy tales. Christmas titles are published every year.

Popular Characters: Some Little Golden Books and related products have featured popular characters from other media, such as Disney, Looney Tunes, The Muppets, Sesame Street, Sonic the Hedgehog, Barbie, Power Rangers, Thomas the Tank Engine, and others.

Biography Series: The line has also published occasional biographies; recent examples include Betty White, Dolly Parton, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Michael J. Fox, and Oprah Winfrey, bringing inspiring life stories to young readers.

Original Partnership: The series started with publishing firm Simon & Schuster; Western Printing and Lithographing Company in Racine, Wisconsin was Simon & Schuster's partner in the Little Golden Books venture, with Western handling print operations. Ownership and control of the series have changed several times since; today, Penguin Random House is its current publisher.

Consistent Quality: Despite the changes of detail that occurred over the years, the Little Golden Books maintains a distinctive appearance. A copy of The Poky Little Puppy bought today is essentially the same as one printed in 1942. Both are readily recognisable as Little Golden Books. At the time of the series' golden anniversary in 1992, Golden Books claimed that a billion and a half Little Golden Books had been sold.

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