M.I.A.

by Lynn Peppas

Superstar singer, songwriter, and artist M.I.A. ("Maya" to her friends) has come a long way from humble beginnings. Born in Britain, she lived most of her young life in the birthplace of her parents, Sri Lanka, while it was torn by civil war. After returning to Britain, she rose to fame as a multi-talented composer, performer, graphic designer, and music producer with millions of fans worldwide.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0778772497
• ISBN13: 9780778772491
• Release Date: October 2010
• Publisher: Crabtree Classics
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.0" x 10.0"
• Age Range: 8 to 11 years
• Grade Range: Grades 3 to 6