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In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed Little People, BIG DREAMS series, meet Ella Fitzgerald, one of the most influential jazz singers of all time!

This inspiring and informative little biography follows the inspirational life of the First Lady of Song, from her early singing days on the streets of Harlem to her success as a jazz legend, with the message: ‘It’s not where you come from, but where you’re going that counts.’

Ella Fitzgerald grew up near Harlem, in New York, where she was surrounded by music and dance. After winning first prize in a talent competition at the Apollo Theater, she went on to tour the world with her pioneering voice.

This moving book by Isabel Sanchez Vegara & Barbara Alca features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the singer’s life.