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Hercules!

The A to Z of Elton John
By Mick Wall
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Hercules! by Mick Wall is an exploration of the myth and legacy of the legendary hero Hercules. The book delves into the cultural and historical impact of Hercules, examining his influence from ancient times to modern pop culture. Through vivid storytelling, Wall brings to life the tales of Hercules’ legendary labours and his enduring appeal across centuries.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by the world of rock music and the cultural impact of its legends. Exploring the epic tales and behind-the-scenes narratives of iconic musicians, it offers a captivating insight into their lives and the music that shaped a generation. Perfect for fans of musical history and cultural exploration.

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An 'A to Z'-format biography of one of the most successful pop artists of all time.

An 'A to Z'-format biography of one of the most successful pop artists of all time.

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Comprising a vivid and varied series of miniature biographies, revealing profiles, thought-provoking essays, and a multitude of previously unknown anecdotes and quotes, Hercules!: The A to Z of Elton John is the perfect compendium for the casual fan or devoted connoisseur, providing a funny, comprehensive, and fully alphabetised overview of the star's life and music.

Charting all the highs and lows, the major record releases and the significant tours, the strokes of genius and the bottoms of barrels, this insightful portrait will cover serious subjects such as Elton's battle with the media, his highly publicised addictions, his route to sobriety, his tangled love life and his struggles to come to terms with his sexuality, hair loss, and temper. But, as Elton himself always does so well in the hundreds of interviews he has given over the past half-century, his stories will also be told frankly and humorously, his demons now conquered and his success unrelenting.

At the heart of this book is a joyride through one of the all-time greatest musical catalogues from a brilliant, versatile, glamorous, and universally loved pop superstar.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788708630

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Nine Eight Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 25.0mm

Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 425g

Pages: 400

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir Mick Wall Music & Musicians Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Mick Wall is one of the world's best-known music journalists and broadcasters. The author of more than twenty-five internationally best-selling biographies and ghosted memoirs, his writing has also appeared in The Times, the Mail on Sunday, The Observer, the Sunday Express, Mojo, Classic Rock, Rolling Stone and dozens of newspapers and magazines globally. His music business career began over forty years ago and has seen him work, variously, as artist manager, record-company executive, publicity director and tour coordinator.

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