John Lennon: A Story in Photographs [Hardcover]

Terry Burrows (Author)

Book Description

Series: Icons of Rock | Publication Date: January 1, 2001

On December 8, 1980, John Lennon was gunned down outside his home in New York City by an impassioned admirer, Mark David Chapman. After his death, Lennon's memory attained mythic stature and he is now considered one of rock-n-roll's most important figures. This photographic biography is a compelling celebration of Lennon's life and music, as told through vibrant black-and-white photographs and descriptive text. From Liverpool childhood to the Beatles conquering America to his being the most famous house-husband/political activist in the 1970s, this book covers every phase of this amazing artist's life and career.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 176 pages
• Publisher: Thunder Bay Press (CA) (January 1, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1571454691
• ISBN-13: 978-1571454690
• Product Dimensions: 11.1 x 9.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,544,082 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Unpublished photos make this a gem, July 21, 2003

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Candace Scott (Lake Arrowhead, CA, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: John Lennon: A Story in Photographs (Hardcover)

So many Beatles-related books trot out the same photos, again and again. You all know the ones I'm talking about. But this book is decidedly and refreshingly different. I have many Lennon biographies in my library and this book contains many previously unpublished photos of John, especially ones from his childhood and in the period 1975-1980. The paper quality in the book is exceptional and is thick, glossy material which results in a stunning display of black and white vibrancy. The text is incidental but adds flavor and gives you the year each photo was taken.

The photos of the Beatles are a little weaker, and contain many previously known shots. But the individual pictures of John are outstanding. Consider the beautiful profile view on the cover of the book, taken in 1967. This is just a sampling of what this treasure trove has to offer. There are many other such nuggets within the covers. Any serious fan of John Lennon will adore this book and get many hours of pleasure perusing these photos of a great cultural and musical icon. John himself would scoff at such a description, but it's oh so true.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ROLL UP FOR THE MYSTERY TOUR - IN MY LIFE, February 27, 2002

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BeatleBangs1964 (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: John Lennon: A Story in Photographs (Hardcover)

This book is sure to delight any reader from inveterate Beatles fan to interested learner. This book chronicles the life of John Lennon from his boyhood days in Liverpool up to his tragic death in 1980.

The photographs capture John at all phases of his life. One can imagine the high spirited young boy who declared to all and sundry that he was a genius and special (and he was right), to the founder of the world's number one band. I like the way this book captures John as more than the artist he was. I like the pictures of John with his sons, with his first wife Cynthia and with his soulmate and wife, Yoko. One feels that they are taking a Magical Mystery Tour with the man who literally made the world listen.

This book is such a treat. I can't recommend it highly enough.

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The most important 60's figure, December 14, 2002

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rob nevil (Atlanta) - See all my reviews

This review is from: John Lennon: A Story in Photographs (Hardcover)

If anything the importance and influence Mr. Lennon have been underestimated. This fatherless, motherless working-class boy wandered Liverpool as a near street urchin in care of his Aunt Mimi. his longings for what we would call boring middle class familial comfort ar palpable in such songs as "Mother" ans "Julia." His first son was named for his "bolter" of a mother. after 8 years of heroin addition ensconsed in the Dakota with Yoko he emerged, produced "Double Fantasy" and was gunned down by Mark David Chapman, probably a brainwashed agent of the US government. These pictures are among our relics and can be treasured.