090018
London
1988
10,5×17,5
meki
534
engleski
Cijena: 12,00 EUR
A cult biographical masterpiece that is rightfully considered the first detailed, authorized, and definitive biography of one of the most influential musicians and peace activists of the 20th century. Originally published in two volumes in 1984, and presented here in a compact integrated paperback edition, this book was created through a unique and direct collaboration with Lennon's family and closest circle of friends. The author, Ray Coleman, an esteemed British music journalist and long-time editor of the influential Melody Maker magazine, gained exclusive and unprecedented access to private family documents, letters, and the personal support of Lennon's first wife Cynthia Lennon, as well as Yoko Ono. Through a richly structured narrative divided into two pivotal eras — Volume 1: John Winston Lennon (1940–1966), which tracks his childhood in Liverpool, the early days of pride and Hamburg, and the global madness of Beatlemania; and Volume 2: John Ono Lennon (1967–1980), covering his experimental phase, the struggle for peace, and family life in New York — Coleman delivers an exceptionally insightful, deep, and moving portrait of a man whose complex personality won the hearts of millions. Featuring an extensive accompanying chronology and a detailed discography in the appendices, this book is not only a fascinating read but also an invaluable historical document and reference source for the golden age of popular culture.
