My World: The Official Photobook [Paperback]

Michael Jackson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 22, 2006

This brand-new photobook by Michael Jackson, reviews the King of Pop's unqiue career. From Gary to Greatness.

In his first book in 14 years, the living pop-icon gives an exclusive insight into his private photo archive. My World contains lots of never before seen photographs of Jackson, from 1980 to 2006. Jackson also opens up the doors to his work as the world's most brillant artist (2002 American Music Awards: Artist of the Century) by publishing his hand-written lyrics to his world-famous smash hits Billie Jean, Bad, Black or White, and Smooth Criminal.

Moreover the book features personal thoughts and rarely seen lyrics by Jackson along with the high quality pictures of Jackson's dance, stage shows, private life, and public appearances that show the true genius and achievements of music's biggest icon: Michael Jackson.

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About the Author

Michael Jackson, born in 1958, is commonly known as the King of Pop. Jackson has sold more than 300 million records worldwide. His 1982 album Thriller remains the largest selling album of all the time. His electrifying performances on stage made him a public enigma and a global superstar. Jackson, in three world tours, performed in front of over two billion people in 89 different countries.

Jackson was recently acquitted of charges of child molestation in the United States and is now preparing his return into the spotlight.

Product Details

• Paperback: 56 pages
• Publisher: Michael Jackson (May 22, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0976889110
• ISBN-13: 978-0976889113
• Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 9 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.6 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,889,652 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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52 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars My World: The Official Photobook - Was NOT written by Michael Jackson, August 11, 2009

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Jenna (UK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: My World: The Official Photobook (Paperback)

Hello Everyone,

Contrary to popular belief 'My World: The Official Photobook' - Was NOT written by Michael Jackson.

It was created and licensed by MJ Licensing who sold it under the false pretense that Michael Jackson had created and released it. However, when MJ came to know of this, he requested for all future copies to be halted, (as he knew that it was misleading to his fans etc. He had not created such a book.) That is why you will never see this book in print. Michael himself had put an end to the publication and distribution of it. As far as I am aware, MJ Licensing does not even exist anymore.

For any true MJ fans, if you read the book carefully, you will see that it doesn't even sound like Michael's words...The captions that have been used, have been dug up from previous comments that MJ has made. MJ Licensing may have had access to some pics/lyrics etc of MJ, (which may have not been seen before,) but, so do many companies...

I will advise you to look at Michael's previous Officially released books; 'Moonwalk' and 'Dancing the Dream' and you will see the difference in quality immediately. 'My World: The Official Photobook' does not compare on any level. MJ (as you all know) did not produce half hearted ventures, his work was world class and this book is definitely not anywhere on that par, because it wasn't from MJ.

Sorry to disappoint all of you, but, for those of you who have forked out big bucks for it, I truly feel for you guys...

Regards,

Jenna

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Some people should be ashamed of themselves., August 1, 2009

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mark scott - See all my reviews

This review is from: My World: The Official Photobook (Paperback)

Some of you folks who are trying to cash in on Michael Jacksons death need to be put on notice : Keep Your Books, Cds, Videos ! You are trying to charge people to much for material that is not that old and Amazon should do more to keep people honest. Pumping up the price on stuff to get a quick buck wont get your things sold. Real fans and customers Amazon are not that stupid.

6 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book for all MJ fans, February 17, 2007

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NY-Parker "FED-UP" (Arizona) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: My World: The Official Photobook (Paperback)

I bought this book for my collection. Every page has a full size photo of MJ throughout the years. I love the poem he wrote at the end of the book called You are Beautiful to Me. He wrote this to all his fans who supported him during the trial. This book is worth the money!