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Traces Bowie's multifaceted career, from his first forays into commercial music to his status as a respected performer, and provides insight into the strange world of rock music and multimedia entertaining
Follow every step of David Bowie’s career; from Ziggy Stardust to Tin Machine, from “Space Oddity” to Let’s Dance to Blackstar, in Bowie: The Illustrated Story. David Bowie released an incredible 27 studio albums, beginning with his eponymous 1967 debut and ending with Blackstar, released just two days before his untimely death in January 2016. Widely regarded as one of the most influential musicians and performers of the previous five decades, Bowie demolished what were thought to be the limitations of stagecraft in rock music, as well as proving it possible for an artist to constantly--and successfully--redefine himself. As a result, Bowie has been credited with inspiring genres as...
Named one of Entertainment Weekly’s 12 biggest music memoirs this fall. “An artful and wildly enthralling path for Bowie fans in particular and book lovers in general.” —Publishers Weekly (starred review) “The only art I’ll ever study is stuff that I can steal from.” ―David Bowie Three years before David Bowie died, he shared a list of 100 books that changed his life. His choices span fiction and nonfiction, literary and irreverent, and include timeless classics alongside eyebrow-raising obscurities. In 100 short essays, music journalist John O’Connell studies each book on Bowie’s list and contextualizes it in the artist’s life and work. How did the power imbued in a si...
Steamy, small town romance starring four sexy, badass athletes who'll never be tamed...and the women who win their hearts! Book 1: Keep On Loving You A steamy second chance, sports romance! Six years ago Fin Bowie made a decision that cost him the love of his life. Now, his ex is coming back to town for her brother's wedding, and he can finally make things right. Except, right before the event, a text he sent goes viral. Overnight, he becomes an international meme. And it's hard to win your woman back when the whole world's calling you The World's Worst Boyfriend. Book 2: We Belong Together Steamy, small town, single dad romance! A disciplined Olympic athlete doesn't stand a chance against t...
A revealing look at David Bowie, including rarely seen photos, draws on interviews with his lovers, girlfriends, business associates, groupies, and band members to shine a light on the life and career of this hypnotic performer.
This seventh book The Bowie Secret is a murder mystery couched as a work of historical fiction. The murder of Baylor County farmer and rancher, Jones Bowie, by an unknown assailant using a bow and arrow as the murder weapon, is an intriguing story which leads Sheriff Bob Elliotts investigation into the distant past to uncover the motive for this crime of retribution. Bob hopes you learn some history as you read this book and enjoy the story.
"Biography of David Bowie" delves into the life of one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. From his early years in Brixton to his meteoric rise as Ziggy Stardust, Bowie’s journey is a tapestry of creativity, reinvention, and cultural impact. This comprehensive biography explores his groundbreaking music, theatrical performances, and unique persona that challenged societal norms. Readers will discover the stories behind his iconic albums, his collaborations with other artists, and his exploration of identity through art. The book also examines Bowie's personal struggles, triumphs, and his legacy that continues to inspire generations. Through interviews, archival research, and critical analysis, this biography paints a vivid portrait of an artist who transcended music to become a cultural icon. Celebrate the life of David Bowie, a visionary who dared to be different and forever changed the landscape of popular music.
This book follows the life of Jim Bowie from his childhood on the American frontier to his courageous death at the Alamo. Highlighting the spirit of adventure that led Bowie to Mexico and involved him in the war for Texas independence, author Ann Graham Gaines examines the personal side of this legendary frontiersman.
This publication contains transcriptions of how the world reacted to David Bowie's death and is a tribute to one of the brightest stars ever. He died peacefully surrounded by his family on January 10, 2016, two days after his 69th birthday and the release of his 25th studio lp 'Blackstar' which by the end of 2016 was voted best album of the year by magazines from all over the world, including Newsweek, The Times, Q Magazine, MOJO, Uncut, Les Inrockuptibles and Paste. Included, the David Bowie studio discography Included a vast collection of magazines front cover
David Bowie and Romanticism evaluates Bowie’s music, film, drama, and personae alongside eighteenth- and nineteenth-century poets, novelists, and artists. These chapters expand our understanding of both the literature studied as well as Bowie’s music, exploring the boundaries of reason and imagination, and of identity, gender, and genre. This collection uses the conceptual apparata and historical insights provided by the study of Romanticism to provide insight into identity formation, drawing from Romantic theories of self to understand Bowie’s oeuvre and periods of his career. The chapters discuss key themes in Bowie’s work and analyze what Bowie has to teach us about Romantic art and literature as well.