Discover the rich history and colorful characters of Old Southwark through its famous inns. This book explores the fascinating associations and stories behind some of the area's most famous establishments, from the Tabard Inn to the White Hart. With vivid descriptions and historical anecdotes, this book brings to life an important chapter of London's past.
The collection offers an intriguing look into amateur cricket in late 19th century England, featuring scores and records from the West Kent Cricket Club alongside insights into the local community and its residents. This blend of sports history and regional culture makes it a compelling read for both cricket enthusiasts and those interested in historical narratives.
From the author of the million-copy selling Shout!: The Beatles in Their Generation and the bestselling John Lennon: The Life comes a revealing portrait of George Harrison, the most undervalued and mysterious Beatle. číst celé
Brilliance and backstabbing at the Sixties' most influential magazine
Renowned for its engaging content, this book has received high praise from notable figures such as Sir Ray Davies of The Kinks. It promises to deliver a captivating narrative that resonates with readers, showcasing elements that are both entertaining and insightful. The endorsement highlights its appeal and suggests a blend of creativity and charm that stands out in its genre.
Mick Jagger's persona as the lead of the Rolling Stones is explored, highlighting his reputation as an arrogant superstar with a legendary sexual appetite and a history of controversial drug use. The narrative delves into the complexities behind his public image, revealing the man behind the rock legend and the impact of his actions on the music industry and culture over five decades. This portrayal captures the essence of Jagger's influence and the scandals that have defined his career.
BEYOND is the first in a series, a sci-fi fantasy adventure set in a mysterious and sometimes nightmarish world, weaving fast action narrative around plucky children fighting against a brutal system. By turns comic and absurd, there is a dark undercurrent that sweeps up from time to time to engulf the unwary.
Almost 50 years after his lonely death, Hendrix is the abiding symbol of musical genius cut tragically short. Wild Thing will be the first biography to bring together the splendour and sadness of his brief life, and to attempt to unravel the circumstances of his death. Hendrix revolutionised classic rock, inventing a whole new vocabulary for the guitar. Onstage he pushed the boundaries of Sixties permissiveness, fellating the strings of the guitar with his tongue, lying it flat and straddling it, even setting fire to it. Yet in private he was polite, shy and sweet-natured. Norman will explore these contradictions in a narrative that takes us from Hendrix's roots in Seattle to his louche and glamorous life in Mayfair, when London was the world's most 'swinging' capital and then back to the US with the series of historic outdoor rock festivals that rounded out the decade. Wild Thing will be a celebration of matchless artistry, and a gripping chronicle of those now mythical times. But it will also investigate the peculiar conditions of his death, part whodunnit as it tells the most cautionary of rock 'n' roll parables. After all these years of rumour and speculation, Jimi's ghost may finally be laid to rest.
Die Hendrix-Biografie | Die Geschichte des Rockmusikers
Fast 50 Jahre nach seinem einsamen Tod wird Jimi Hendrix in der ganzen Welt immer noch geliebt und verehrt. Im September 1970 verstarb die Legende in einem schäbigen Londoner Hotelzimmer und hinterließ eines der größten ungelösten Geheimnisse der Rockwelt. Der Starbiograf Philip Norman wird dem musikalischen und politischen Wirken des Ausnahmetalents nachspüren und die noch verborgenen Facetten dieses kurzen Lebens durchleuchten – er erhielt Zugang zu bisher unveröffentlichten Dokumenten und sprach mit bislang stillen Zeugen aus dem engsten Kreis des Musikers. So wird Normans bewegendes Porträt von Hendrix nicht nur zu einer Hommage an den Künstler, sondern auch zu einem spannenden Kriminalstück.
