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The John Lennon Letters

Edited and with an Introduction by Hunter Davies
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The John Lennon Letters, curated by Hunter Davies, offers a unique glimpse into the life of John Lennon through a collection of his personal letters and postcards. This book reveals the intimate thoughts and reflections of Lennon, showcasing his wit, charm, and perspective on the world. It's a captivating biography that provides fans with a deeper understanding of the iconic musician's life and relationships.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by personal insights into the life of an iconic musician. It offers an intimate glimpse into the thoughts and emotions of John Lennon through his personal letters, compiled and annotated by Hunter Davies. Fans of The Beatles and anyone interested in the deeply personal side of a legendary figure's life will likely appreciate this collection.

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The John Lennon Letters

The first-ever collection of the letters of John Lennon, now available in paperback.

First ever collection of the letters of John Lennon, an international publishing event.

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A lifetime of letters, collected for the first time, from the legendary The Beatles musician and songwriter John Lennon.

John Lennon is one of the world's greatest-ever songwriters, creator of 'Help!', 'Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds', 'Imagine', and dozens more. Now, his letters have been collected and published, illuminating as never before the intimate side of a private genius.

Hunter Davies, author of the only authorised biography of The Beatles, has tracked down almost three hundred of Lennon's letters and postcardsβ€”to relations, friends, fans, strangers, lovers, and even to the laundry. Some of the letters are tender, informative, funny, angry, and abusive, and some are simply heart-breakingβ€”from his earliest surviving thank-you note, written when he was ten, to his last scribbled autograph given on 8 December 1980, the day he was shot, aged forty.

Now available in The John Lennon Letters, these personal writings provide an unparalleled insight into the mind and heart of an iconic figure.

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The John Lennon Letters is praised for providing an intimate glimpse into the life and mind of John Lennon through personal correspondence. Hunter Davies, as the editor, has been commended for his insightful annotations that help contextualise these letters, bringing to light Lennon's humour, wit, and honesty. The collection offers a unique perspective on Lennon's relationships and his iconic life, making it a valuable piece for fans and those interested in music history.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781780225036

Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 September 2016

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 332g

Pages: 400

About the Author

John Lennon was, as one of The Beatles and the composer of many of their greatest songs, one of the most famous people of the 20th century. He died aged 40 in 1980. Hunter Davies, the editor of the letters, is the author of the only ever authorised biography of the Beatles, as well as THE BEATLES LYRICS. He lives in London, NW5.

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