Iron Maiden: 30 Years of the Beast: The Complete Unauthorised Biography (Paperback)

~ Paul Stenning (Author)
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Product Description

A front row look at the band that spearheaded 1970s British heavy metal reveals the raw, complete story fans have been waiting for. This comprehensive work features exclusive interviews with past members, many of whom have not previously spoken on the record, including colleagues, friends, managers, and promoters. The ups and the downs, the splits and the reunions, the sex and the drugs, and many previously unpublished photos are included, making this an essential item for any heavy metal fan. 

About the Author

Paul Stenning is a music journalist specializing in rock and heavy metal and the author of AC/DC: Two Sides to Every Glory and Guns N' Roses: The Band That Time Forgot. He is a regular contributor to Alternative Press, Metal Hammer, Metal Maniacs, Record Collector, and Terrorizer.

Product Details

• Paperback: 320 pages
• Publisher: Chrome Dreams (October 28, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1842403613
• ISBN-13: 978-1842403617
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #85,302 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!, February 2, 2007

By	Jeff Fuell "Metalman!" (Las Vegas, NV) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This was a really good book. I have read several Maiden biographies over the years so most of what was in this book I already knew, but it was still a good read and brought back a lot of good memories. Worth picking up.

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4.0 out of 5 stars An entertaining Maiden biography, January 22, 2007

By	Keith Wilfort (Hawthorne, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

Great read for any fan of Maiden and rock music in general. Although it's unauthorized the book sticks to the facts with no muck raking. because of numerous contributions from former "insiders" it provides an in-depth look at Iron Maiden's history.

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3.0 out of 5 stars Maiden Bio, August 12, 2008

By	L. J. Simkin "nedu537" (New Zealand) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This is a well written bio that I enjoyed. It's a must for any Maiden fan. I found that the author covered the subject matter in enough detail without going too far into trivial things. That said, I did find the last few chapters of the book very disjointed and a bit 'ecclectic' for want of a better word. I got a little lost here. Nevertheless the subject matter was very good. Well written and very interesting.