Freddie Mercury Little People, Big Dreams

Discover the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. 

Born on the tiny island on Zanzibar off the coast of modern-day Tanzania, young Farrokh dreamt of having a fabulous life. When his parents sent him to boarding school in India, he discovered his talent for singing, as well as a love of playing rock 'n' roll songs on the piano. After school, Farrokh knew he wanted to be a musician. After moving to London, he became the singer of a rock band called Queen, and began charming the world with his exuberant zest for life. Features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline.