David Bowie: A Life

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Dylan Jones's captivating biography of David Bowie offers a unique perspective on the iconic artist through over 180 interviews with friends, rivals, lovers, and collaborators, many of whom share their insights for the first time. This oral history chronicles Bowie's extraordinary journey from the English suburbs to major cities like London, New York, Los Angeles, and Berlin. The narrative reveals a man deeply influenced by his relationship with his schizophrenic half-brother Terry, an artist who could forge intense connections yet sever ties when they no longer served him, and a socialite at ease in the company of legends like John Lennon and Frank Sinatra. Blending insightful commentary with juicy anecdotes, this biography presents an intimate portrait filled with admiration, grievances, lust, and envy. The speakers invite readers into shared experiences with Bowie, from studios to stages, shedding light on his complex mind and artistry. It also features illuminating, previously unseen material from Bowie himself, gathered over two decades of interviews with Jones. This work is an epic, unforgettable exploration of a man whose enigmatic transformation and boundless creativity shaped one of the most intriguing lives of our time.