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The Little Book of the Rolling Stones
Wisdom and Wit from Rock 'n' Roll Legends
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See moreFilled with quotes from all facets of the Rolling Stones' career, from celebrity fans and musical collaborators, to friends, rivals and journalists who have followed the band for more than 50 years.
Filled with quotes from all facets of the Rolling Stones' career, from celebrity fans and musical collaborators, to friends, rivals and journalists who have followed the band for more than 50 years.
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The Little Book of the Rolling Stones is a superb book of quotations by, and about, the greatest rock 'n' roll band in history. A perfect companion for Stones fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what has made the band so legendary across more than 50 years in the spotlight.
From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and the rest of the band, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.
"You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you might find, you get what you need." – Mick Jagger, 1969.
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ISBN: 9781787392540
Publisher: Headline Publishing Group
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 04 April 2019
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: OH
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 114.0mm
Height: 140.0mm
Weight: 245g
Pages: 192
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About the Author
Malcolm Croft is a celebrated author and music journalist. He has worked with many of the world's most important bands, including the Flaming Lips, Coldplay, The Verve and many others. He is the author of over 15 books on popular culture and music.
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