The Dark Story of Eminem (Paperback)

~ Nick Hasted (Author) "FLASHBACK. In Detroit, you can never go back far enough..." (more)
Key Phrases: white rapper, open mic, Slim Shady, Rolling Stone, The Marshall Mathers (more...)

Editorial Reviews

Review

'A serious and even handed account' Q MAGAZINE 'Gives us good insight into his anger.' BOY GEORGE for the SUNDAY EXPRESS 'Does a thorough and credible job' MUSIC WEEK

Product Description

The first in-depth ground-breaking book traces Marshall Mathers’ rise to fame from the schools and workplaces of his native Detroit to global superstardom. From the depths of being a suicidal no-hoper through the redemptive alias of Slim Shady to eventual triumph as an unlikely rap star, Eminem’s dark story is unflinchingly presented in this wide-ranging book. The author also lays bare Eminem’s relationship with his much-hated mother, his teenage soul-mate Kim Scott, Dr.Dre, and The Bass Brothers who guided and inspired him from the age of fourteen. Continually reviled, sued and criticized, Eminem continues to be a major cultural force. The book comes right up to date with an analysis of Eminem’s current success and his debut as a film star in the autobiographical 8 mile.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 216 pages
• Publisher: Omnibus Press; illustrated edition edition (June 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 071199398X
• ISBN-13: 978-0711993983
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 14.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,527,322 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A lonesome child to a famous superstar, September 7, 2003

By	"sashaberwick73" (Sussex, England) - See all my reviews

This book was a very interesting insight into the mind of Eminem. With thorough details into his childhood traumas and experiences with racism and bullying, you can begin to empathise with Eminem and understand the controversy of his lyrics and why he so extreme with his music. I enjoyed reading this book and now appreciate Eminem and his principles.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Real, June 20, 2003

By	Baruffaldi Andrea (Viadana (MN) Italy) - See all my reviews

This was my first book about his life and it is was very readable, looked precise and honest and I read it in 2 days -very quick read for my standards.

I'm 36 years old and I feel a bit strange to have this strong interest in Eminem but, you know...

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Dope book, September 5, 2004

By	Marla Phillips (Sacramento, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book rocks. It gives tons of background on rap and Eminem and points out instances of incredible timing so you can really appreciate it...you get many, many actual quotes from Eminem and others...the author is sympathetic, not bashing, doesn't seem to have an agenda like so many others. I totally loved this book and am a HUGE Eminem fan. I would also recommend the book Angry Blonde by Eminem himself! He's the master. I LOVE YOU EMINEM!!