Aussie Heroes Dame Nellie Melba

Gabiann Marin, Rae Dale

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New Frontier Publishing
01 September 2010

Opera; Music: general interest (Children's&YA); People & places (Children's&YA); Kids Australian

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This Aussie Heroes series introduces primary-aged children to heroes who have made a contribution to Australian society. Each hero has helped others in need and in turn shaped history.

Six-year-old Helen Porter just wanted to sing on stage. As a child, and then a teenager, she continued to pursue her dream of being a great opera star. Born Helen Porter Mitchell, she changed her name to reflect her Melbourne heritage.

In 1887 Nellie Melba made her operatic debut. She went on to sing in all the great opera houses of Europe. During World War 1 Nellie Melba worked tirelessly holding many fundraising concerts for the war effort. Nellie Melba was the first great Australian diva.

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By: Gabiann Marin
Illustrated by: Rae Dale
Imprint: New Frontier Publishing
Country of Publication: Australia
Dimensions: Height: 196mm, Width: 130mm,
ISBN: 9781921042645
ISBN 10: 1921042648
Pages: 128
Publication Date: 01 September 2010
Audience: Children/juvenile , English as a second language
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active