bono

One of the music world's most iconic artists writes about his remarkable life for the first time, from his early days growing up in Dublin, to U2's meteoric rise to fame, to his more than twenty years of activism dedicated to the fight against AIDS and extreme poverty.

Offers a brief overview of the life of rock star Bono, focusing on his humanitarian work, which he combines with his passion for music to change the way people view the world and raise awareness of poverty, AIDS, and social justice.

This captivating, lively text will reveal to readers how four musicians of dubious musical ability became one of the biggest bands in the world.

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.

Looks at the life of Bono, singer for the rock band U2, discussing his youth in Ireland, his fame and wealth, his efforts to end poverty, and the faith in God that keeps him grounded and guides his work.

Journalist Michka Assayas, a longtime friend of Bono, presents a series of personal interviews he conducted with the singer-activist between 2002 and 2004, discussing his childhood, his father's death, his Christian faith, his songwriting, and his work to eliminate AIDS and poverty in Africa.

Tells the life story of Bono, singer of the rock band U2, discussing his youth in Ireland, the start of the band, its rise to fame, and Bono's activism.

Offers a brief overview of the life of rock star Bono, focusing on his humanitarian work, which he combines with his passion for music to change the way people view the world and raise awareness of poverty, AIDS, and social justice.

Contains alphabetically arranged biographical sketches for young readers.