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Dancing The Dream
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This memoir is ideal for fans of Michael Jackson and readers interested in the intimate thoughts of iconic musicians. It will also appeal to those who appreciate heartfelt reflections on creativity and life.
Presents one man's personal view of the world around us, and the universe within each of us. Containing Michael Jackson's personal writings and over one hundred photographs, drawings, and paintings from his own collection, this book is suitable for all fans of an incredible, inspiring man who died as he lived - dancing his dream.
Reissue of Michael Jackson's second book, first published in 1992.
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Reissue of Michael Jackson's second book, first published in 1992.
'People ask me how I make music. I tell them I just step into it. It's like stepping into a river and joining the flow. Every moment in the river has its song. So, I stay in the moment and listen.'
MICHAEL JACKSON (1958 - 2009)
Dancing the Dream is one man's hauntingly beautiful, provocatively personal view of the world around us, and the universe within each of us. Whether his prose and poetry focused on creativity, the people that surrounded him, or the plight of the noble elephant, his observations and concerns all illustrated his belief that trust, love and faith are the foundation stones for a life well lived.
Containing Michael Jackson's personal writings and over one hundred glorious photographs, drawings, and paintings from his own collection, this book is a must-have for all fans of an incredible, inspiring man who died as he lived - dancing his dream.
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Celebrated figures such as Justin Timberlake, Beyonce, Steven Spielberg, Britney Spears, and Mariah Carey praise Michael Jackson's unmatched impact on music and culture. They remember him as a genius, an inspiration, and a generous spirit devoted to healing the world, underlining his enduring legacy.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780385403689
Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 01 July 1992
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Doubleday
Illustration: Full colour photographs throughout
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 19.0mm
Width: 218.0mm
Height: 235.0mm
Weight: 761g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Michael Jackson was born in 1958. He made his musical debut aged 11 with his brothers as a member of The Jackson 5, his solo career began in 1971 and he was soon dubbed the 'King of Pop'. His albums, Thriller, Off the Wall, Bad, Dangerous and HIStory are among the top selling albums in the world. During his remarkable career, Jackson won thirteen Grammy Awards and the American Music Award's Artist of the Century Award. He released thirteen number one solo singles and enjoyed sales of an estimated 750 million records worldwide. His unique sound and style has influenced recording artists from all genres for generations and will continue to do so for many more years to come. Michael Jackson died, aged 50, on 25 June 2009.
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