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David Bowie

By Robert Dimery
Series: Lives of the Musicians
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David Bowie by Robert Dimery is a captivating biography that delves into the life of the legendary musician and cultural icon. The book explores Bowie's transformation from a young artist to a global superstar, highlighting his musical evolution, innovative artistry, and lasting influence on the music industry and popular culture. Through in-depth interviews and insights, this narrative celebrates Bowie's extraordinary career and unique legacy.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the life and influence of one of music's most iconic and flamboyant figures. It offers a detailed exploration of the man's groundbreaking career, his constant reinvention, and his cultural impact, providing an inspiring journey through the world of a true rock legend.

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David Bowie

Part of the Lives the Musicians series: highly readable short biographies of the most popular musicians

Part of the Lives the Musicians series: highly readable short biographies of the most-popular musicians

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A relentless innovator, scoring chart hits while simultaneously incorporating radical and ground-breaking elements into his work.

As with all great pop stars, Bowie's image changed with almost every new album release. This appetite for reinvention, both musically and visually, saw him dubbed the 'chameleon of pop'.

But Bowie's influence extended well beyond his discography and make-up drawer. His androgynous qualities and public statements on his sexuality proved liberating for those who were uncertain about their own.

Lives of the Musicians: David Bowie covers the years he spent struggling to find the right artistic outlet to the dramatic breakthrough in 1972 with Ziggy Stardust - and afterwards, the excessive lifestyle that nearly cost him his sanity.

It continues with his artistic rebirth in Berlin during the late Seventies, the mainstream success he achieved with Let's Dance in 1983 and the artistic price that he paid for it.

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David Bowie by Robert Dimery offers an insightful exploration of the legendary musician's life and legacy. Reviews highlight the book's engaging narrative and well-researched content, presenting a comprehensive portrait of Bowie's career and influence. Critics appreciate the vivid storytelling, though some mention it occasionally lacks deeper personal insights. Overall, it's praised for being an accessible and informative biography for both Bowie fans and newcomers.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781786278005

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 04 February 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Laurence King Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 6.0mm

Width: 102.0mm

Height: 164.0mm

Weight: 160g

Pages: 160

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Laurence King Publishing LGBTQ+ Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction Robert Dimery Series: Lives of the Musicians

About the Author

Robert Dimery is a writer and editor. His previous publications include 1001 Albums You Must Hear Before You Die, Rock 'n' Roll Heaven and Cult Musicians: 50 Progressive Performers You Need to Know. He has also worked for Time Out, Vogue and Guinness World Records. He lives in London.

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