Things The Grandchildren Should Know

Name: Things The Grandchildren Should Know
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780349120843
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By dba E Mark Oliver Everett

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Things The Grandchildren Should Know by E Mark Oliver Everett is a poignant memoir reflecting on the life of E, the frontman of the band Eels. It delves into his tumultuous past, exploring themes of loss, love, and resilience, offering a raw and honest glimpse into the personal challenges and triumphs that have shaped his journey both personally and musically. The book presents a heartfelt account of overcoming adversity and the enduring quest for meaning and connection.
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You might enjoy this book if you're interested in a candid and introspective journey through the life of a musician dealing with personal tragedy and triumph. With a mix of humour and raw honesty, the narrative offers insights into the creative process and the resilience needed to overcome life's challenges.

Things The Grandchildren Should Know

* The extraordinary true life story of songwriter Mark Oliver Everett, lead singer of the band Eels

* Review and feature coverage * Reading copies available

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How does one young man survive the deaths of his entire family and manage to make something worthwhile of his life?

In Things The Grandchildren Should Know, Mark Oliver Everett tells the story of what it's like to grow up the insecure son of a genius in a wacky Virginia Ice Storm-like family. Left to run wild with his sister, his father off in some parallel universe of his own invention, Everett's upbringing was 'ridiculous, sometimes tragic and always unsteady'.

But somehow he manages to not only survive his crazy upbringing and ensuing tragedies; he makes something of his life, striking out on a journey to find himself by channelling his experiences into his, eventually, critically acclaimed music with the Eels. But it's not an easy path.

Told with surprising candour, Things The Grandchildren Should Know is an inspiring and remarkable story, full of hope, humour and wry wisdom.

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Things the Grandchildren Should Know is praised for its intellectual and wry style, offering a memoir that is both touching and humourous. Critics compare the author to Kurt Vonnegut, noting the book's ability to capture complex emotions through simple language. It vividly portrays the challenging circumstances of Everett's family life and how these experiences shaped his remarkable talent. The book has been described as unexpectedly uplifting and captivating, appealing even to those unfamiliar with his music.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780349120843

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 July 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Abacus

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 199.0mm

Height: 127.0mm

Weight: 205g

Pages: 256

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Arts & Culture Biography & Memoir dba E Mark Oliver Everett Musicians, Movie Stars & Creative Biographies Non-Fiction

About the Author

Mark Oliver Everett, lead singer with Eels, is one of the finest singer songwriters of his generation. This is his first book.