Overview
In this latest biography for the People in the News series, author Katherine Krohn traces the life and career of music sensation Adele. Adele's talent as a singer and songwriter has earned her six Grammys, and she has also won the hearts of fans all over the world. As much as people love Adele's singing, they also like her sense of humor, thick Cockney accent, and truthful personality. Though she is a pop star, she does not have the typical trappings of one. She does not wear skimpy, outrageous costumes or use high-tech special effects during her concerts. Adele just sings, and her phenomenal voice is as awe-inspiring as any flashy stage show. Though she is famous, she seems grounded and real. For all of these reasons, Adele is one of the most popular and wealthy young singers of her generation.
Features & Benefits
- Offering insight into the lives of people who have made an impact in the modern era, People in the News volumes are sure to be of interest to students researching current topics and popular culture.
- Through quotations from the individual profiled as well as from friends, supporters, and critics, readers learn how these men and women view themselves as well as how other regard them.
- Each book in this series includes sidebars, photographs, annotated bibliographies, timelines, and comprehensive indexes.