Tony Bennett: A Little Golden Book Biography - by Deborah Hopkinson (Hardcover)

About the Book

As a boy, Tony Bennett knew he wanted to sing to make people happy. Tony kept music with him throughout his life -- at his job as a singing waiter, as a soldier in World War II, and in night clubs. In 1952, his first album was released, and almost overnight, Tony was a star! Tony Bennett is a singing legend, and his music still entertains people today.

Book Synopsis

Help your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Tony Bennett, the legendary crooner of pop and jazz classics, including "I Left My Heart in San Francisco." Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for young readers--as well as fans of all ages!

This Little Golden Book about Tony Bennett--beloved and award-winning singer and painter whose voice touched people's hearts--is an inspiring read-aloud for young children, as well as their parents and grandparents who grew up listening to his records.

Look for more Little Golden Book biographies:
- Willie Nelson
- Beyoncé
- Dolly Parton
- Taylor Swift

About the Author

DEBORAH HOPKINSON is the author of more than 50 books for young readers, including My Little Golden Book About Dolly Parton; My Little Golden Book About Betty White; Sky Boys: How They Built the Empire State Building, a Boston Globe-Horn Book Honor Book; and Abe Lincoln Crosses a Creek: A Tall, Thin Tale, an ALA-ALSC Notable Children's Book. She lives near Portland, OR, with her family and a menagerie of pets.

BARBARA BONGINI was born in Milan, Italy. She knew at an early age that she would be an artist. She went to an artistic high school and later enrolled in the illustration program at the IED (European Institute of Design). When not illustrating, Barbara loves spending time with her two kids, watching cartoons. She also enjoys going to bookstores and building her own library of illustrated books.