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Learn how a boy from Texas with an early talent for music grew up to become one of the most legendary country artists of our time;in this addition to the;#1 Willie Nelson showed interest and promise in music at a young age. After being gifted a guitar by his grandpa at age six, Willie wrote his first song at age seven. He continued to be involved in music throughout his youth, singing in dance halls and honky-tonks to earn money. Though talented and hardworking, Willie had trouble finding success at first as a recording artist. But Willie persisted as a songwriter. His popularity soared when he moved to Austin, Texas, in the 1970s and played his own style of country music known as outlaw country. He released iconic albums like Since then, Willie has released countless more popular albums and singles, solidifying him as a country legend. Not only that, he is a businessman, author, and activist--showing support to American farmers through his farm aid fundraising concerts. Learn the fascinating story of how Willie Nelson has become a beloved American songwriter, well-known activist, and the country superstar we all know and love today.

About the author

David Stabler is the author of several books, including Kid Scientists: True Tales of Childhood from Science Superstars and Who Is Dale Earnhardt Jr.? He lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Summary

Learn how a boy from Texas with an early talent for music grew up to become one of the most legendary country artists of our time in this addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Product details

• Authors: Tim Foley, David Stabler, Stabler David, Who HQ
• Assisted by: Foley Tim (Illustration)
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers US
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: ages 8 to 12
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 27.05.2025
• EAN: 9780593886533
• ISBN: 978-0-593-88653-3
• No. of pages: 112
• Dimensions: 137 mm x 195 mm x 6 mm
• Series: Who Was?
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Art, music; Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Music, Country and Western, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Music / General, People & places (Children's / Teenage), Music: general interest (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage general interest: Music and musicians, JUVENILE NONFICTION / Places / General