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Moonage Daydream

The Life & Times of Ziggy Stardust
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Moonage Daydream by David Bowie offers an immersive visual and narrative journey into the creation of Bowie's Ziggy Stardust persona. Through a blend of evocative imagery and Bowie's own words, the book delves into the cultural impact and artistic process behind one of music's most iconic characters, capturing a transformative period in rock history.
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You might enjoy this book if you're a David Bowie fan or fascinated by the glam rock era and its cultural impact. It offers a vivid exploration of Bowie's artistic journey and personal insights, making it a captivating read for those interested in music history and artistic evolution.

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Moonage Daydream is described by Rolling Stone as "the closest we'll ever get to a straight-up Bowie autobiography - but who'd ever want anything straight-up from Bowie?"

In 2002, David Bowie and Mick Rock created Moonage Daydream, the defining document of the life and times of Ziggy Stardust. Twenty years later, it remains the closest readers will get to understanding Bowie through his own words. Alongside over 600 photographs taken by Mick Rock, Bowie's personal and often humorous commentary gives unprecedented insight into his work and the creation of his most memorable persona.

Readers can see how Bowie singlehandedly challenged and elevated 1970s culture through his style, his inspirations ranging from Kubrick to Kabuki, and his creative spirit, which endures through the decades. Moonage Daydream is the essential David Bowie book.

First published as a signed limited edition, Moonage Daydream sold out in a matter of months and became lore among David Bowie fans. Now, on the 50th anniversary of Bowie's acclaimed album, The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, the book is available again. Published in a new larger format, this uncut edition keeps to Bowie and Rock's original vision, allowing us to explore Moonage Daydream the way the authors intended.

"This is a book of extraordinary photographs. Ziggy Stardust blazed briefly but intensely, and I am delighted to see his life and times as a rock'n'roll star immortalised in this book." - David Bowie

Beautifully produced in a large format, richly illustrated hardback by the world's foremost rock 'n' roll publishers, Genesis Publications.

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Moonage Daydream is a visually stunning art book that combines Mick Rock's compelling photographs with David Bowie's own engaging text, reflecting on his life in the 1970s. Critics highlight the book's appeal to both casual fans and dedicated enthusiasts, noting its exploration of Bowie's transformative personas and influence on pop culture. The writing provides a vivid, albeit unconventional, glimpse into Bowie's world, making it a standout piece in music literature.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781905662722

Publisher: Genesis Publications

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 21 June 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Genesis Publications

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • By Mick Rock

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 350.0mm

Height: 250.0mm

Weight: 250g

Pages: 346

About the Author

David Bowie

In 1972 David Bowie released the instant classicThe Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and The Spiders from MarsBowie's extra-terrestrial Rockstar creation Ziggy Stardust staged one of the most spectacular and innovative live shows to date, expanding the parameters of the live rock show and singlehandedly launching a worldwide glam explosion.

Mick Rock

Otherwise known as 'The Man Who Shot the Seventies' was a legendary rock photographer. Rock is best remembered for taking iconic and immersive images of David Bowie, Lou Reed, Syd Barrett, Iggy Pop, Queen, the Sex Pistols, The Ramones, Blondie and many others. Born in London, Rock went on toreside in New York City for over 35 years, where he continued to photograph artists such as Lady Gaga and The Killers. Following his passing, he was fondly remembered by many musicians and photographers alike for his talent of distinctly capturing his subject.

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