Springsteen: Blinded by the Light [Paperback]

Humphries & Hunt (Author)

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

British journalist Humphries and collector Hunt have compiled arguably "the ultimate Springsteen manual." In the first section, Humphries, who writes that Springsteen "conjures up the American dream," captures the performer's appeal in a nicely etched biographical portrait. The book's second half, "The Bruce Files," by Hunt, exhaustively catalogues Springsteen's radio/TV/concert and rock-video appearances. The extensive discography alphabetically lists all Springsteen songs and recordings (including bootlegs). Remarkably, Hunt also attempts to document every song Springsteen has ever sung written by other artistseven if Springsteen sung it only once. Including more than 275 illustrations of posters, torn tickets, record labels, magazine covers, Japanese record jackets, newspaper clips, etc., this career compendium is calculated to dazzle any Springsteen fan. (June
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From Library Journal

This two-part tribute to Bruce Springsteen is full of old and new information and insights. Humphries's Part 1 describes Springsteen's rise to pop stardom in the context of the world of rock'n'roll. His insights into Bruce's lyrics are more interesting because of his British perspective. Hunt's Part 2 is a chronology from 1965 to 1985 that covers appearances and other "career milestones," along with some trivia. Several annotated lists follow, among them an alphabetical listing of each of Springsteen's compositions; other songs he has performed; and bootleg singles, EPs, and albums. The black-and-white photos cover everything from the usual concert pics to rare old posters and tickets. A thorough compilation of Springsteen facts and comments, for most popular music collections. Susan Avallone, "Library Journal"
Copyright 1986 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 176 pages
• Publisher: Plexus Publishing (March 25, 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0859650863
• ISBN-13: 978-0859650861
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 9.7 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,298,222 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4.0 out of 5 stars fantastic, June 11, 2000

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luke trevethan (Melbourne, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Springsteen: Blinded by the Light (Paperback)

I feel the book captures the belief that Bruce not only has in his music, but also in himself. It is a must for all Springsteen fans. And for all those people who have not seen him live, get this book to see what you are missing out on!