
Starman
David Bowie - The Definitive Biography
Paul Trynka(Author)
Sphere (Publisher)
Published on 1. March 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
448 pages
978-0-7515-4293-6 (ISBN)
Description
Has there ever been a more charismatic and intriguing rock star than David Bowie?
In Starman, Paul Trynka has painted the definitive portrait of a great artist. From Bowie's early years in post-war, bombed-out Brixton to the decadent glamour of Ziggy Stardust to the controversial but vital Berlin period, this essential biography is a celebration of Bowie's brilliance and a timely reminder of how great music is made - now with an update on the making and release of The Next Day.
In Starman, Paul Trynka has painted the definitive portrait of a great artist. From Bowie's early years in post-war, bombed-out Brixton to the decadent glamour of Ziggy Stardust to the controversial but vital Berlin period, this essential biography is a celebration of Bowie's brilliance and a timely reminder of how great music is made - now with an update on the making and release of The Next Day.
Reviews / Votes
Fascinating * The Times * Sharp, elegant and convincing * Mojo * The most complete and compelling portrait of Bowie's life ever assembled * Rolling Stone * The diamond dog's bollocks . . . boasting countless new interviews with key players . . . the first Bowie book to get as close as possible to the essence of the man * Record Collector * Superb * Mail on Sunday *More details
Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Little, Brown Book Group
Illustrations
Section: 32, colour photos
Dimensions
Height: 196 mm
Width: 128 mm
Thickness: 32 mm
Weight
401 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-7515-4293-6 (9780751542936)
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E-Book
03/2011
Sphere
€3.99
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Person
Paul Trynka is the former editor of Mojo. He lives in South London with his wife and son.