Evonne grew up on a hot, dusty farm in Australia. She was the third of eight children, and descendant of the Wiradjuri people, who have lived on the land for more than 60,000 years. Her talent for tennis was discovered at a local tennis club, and before she knew it, the girl dreaming about the place called 'Wimbledon' was playing on centre court. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the brilliant tennis player's life. Little People, Big Dreams is a bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who will change the world with Little People, Big Dreams!

 

Details

ISBN: 9780711245853
Series: Little People, BIG DREAMS
Audience: Children / Juvenile
Format: Hardback
Number of Pages: 32
Publication Date: 3 Mar 2020
Publisher: Frances Lincoln Publishers Ltd
Publication City, Country: London, United Kingdom
Dimensions (cm): 24(H) x 19.5(L)

 

Author Biography

Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara, born in Barcelona, Spain, is a writer and creative director in constant search of new concepts for children's books. Working for more than fifteen years for clients in top advertising agencies, her books combine creativity with learning, aiming to establish a new and fresh relationship between children and pop culture. Lisa Koesterke is a German-Australian illustrator, artist and designer. Her vibrant illustrations are often inspired by everyday life and childhood memories, nature, food and strong female characters, which are all recurring themes in her work. She graduated from the Queensland College of Art (Griffith University) in Brisbane, Australia. Recent clients include: CARE Australia, Ohh Deer, Lucy & Yak and Papyrus Greetings.