Who Is Bono?, Pam Pollack
Who Is Bono?, Pam Pollack
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Who Is Bono?

Author: Pam Pollack, Meg Belviso, Who HQ

Series: Who Was?

Narrator: Tatiana Grey

Unabridged: 56 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 11/02/2021


Synopsis

How did an Irish schoolboy become the lead singer of a world-famous rock band and the founder of several humanitarian groups? Track Bono's rise to fame in this exciting addition to the Who Was? series.

By age 16, Paul David Hewson was such a good singer that he had earned the nickname "Bono Vox," a Latin phrase that translates to "good voice." When he became the frontman of the newly formed rock band U2 in 1976, he adopted part of the nickname and "Bono" was introduced to the world. Today, U2 have sold over 157 million albums and won numerous awards, including 22 Grammys. In addition to having stellar vocals and a compelling stage presence, Bono is also recognized for his commitment to social justice. This book shares the story of this charitable rock star who has been named a "Person of the Year" by TIME magazine and who is recognized as a global icon of goodwill.

About The Author

Pamela Pollack and Meg Belviso are authors of several books in this series, including Who Is George Lucas?, Who Was Alfred Hitchcock?, Who Was Susan B. Anthony?, and Who Was Alexander Hamilton?


Reviews

Goodreads review by Rachael on June 13, 2019

I devoured this in under an hour and think I may want to read it again a bit more slowly. A great introductory biography of the leader of U2 who insisted on making his life and art meaningful in a time when meaning in art and life was deeply uncool. What he does next is of lasting interest to me. Fo......more

Goodreads review by Beth on October 19, 2018

An excellent biography of Bono from U2. The book is illustrated with simple black & white line drawings depicting scenes from Bono's life thus far. The books focus is mostly on Bono's work on humanitarian efforts around the world and his belief in God. Very well written and produced for children. Rec......more

Goodreads review by William on May 13, 2020

This is a decent little biography, written for young people, about Bono. Nothing was new for me, but I could see it being a good intro for people who are unfamiliar with the life of one of the most successful singers of all time.......more