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David Bowie: The Stories Behind the Classic Songs 1970-1980 (Stories Behind the Songs) Paperback – April 5, 2011

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David Bowie is the quintessential musical chameleon, shifting from glam rocker and commercial popster to actor and avant-garde composer. Through an exploration of his diverse body of work, Chris Welch reveals that the only constant in Bowie's career are his incredible voice, imagination, and talent for artistic reincarnation.
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  1. Part of series
    Stories Behind the Songs
  2. Print length
    192 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    Carlton Books
  5. Publication date
    April 5, 2011
  6. Dimensions
    5.75 x 0.5 x 7.75 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    1847326633
  8. ISBN-13
    978-1847326638
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About the Author

Chris Welch was Melody Maker features editor and is one of the UK's most respected music journalists. He has written 20 rock biographies and contributes to the Sunday Times and the Independent. He has also worked on Metal Hammer, Kerrang! and Rock World. He wrote Led Zeppelin: The Story Behind Every Song.

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Carlton Books
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 5, 2011
  • Edition ‏ : ‎ Illustrated
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 192 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1847326633
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1847326638
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 12 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.75 x 0.5 x 7.75 inches
  • Part of series ‏ : ‎ Stories Behind the Songs
  • Best Sellers Rank: #8,349,749 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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  • H FROST
    5.0 out of 5 stars The Brightest of Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2016
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    Five stars for David.
    I have been a fan since the mid 60's as he was always varying his music and styles, but always original with his music.
    Gone but never forgotten.
    All of his music was fantastic.

    Charles
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  • Robert
    4.0 out of 5 stars David Bowie (Stories Behind the Songs
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2012
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    This book gives insight into the man behind the many images. From his humble beginnings, to the many years of hard work before his stardom to the invention of Glam Rock. David Bowie was a true inventor and not a imitator. Many of the myths of his sexuality and relationships are disclosed. A sound discology of Bowies many hits and experimental tracks. A good read for Bowie Fans or anyone who grew up in the sixties and seventies. Ziggy, The Duke - they all make an appearance!
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  • Raphaela
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on September 12, 2017
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    interesting book. some things I didn't know.
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  • Patrick H. McCrystal Jr.
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2015
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    Enjoyed it. Some decent insights into the origins of songs, especially some lesser known ones.
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  • Michal
    2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
    Reviewed in Australia on May 10, 2016
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    Disappointing. A collection of college-style song reviews with just as much insight into them. Was hoping for something like the outstanding The Complete David Bowie but with more titbits and trivia but the book sadly doesn't deliver. Avoid.
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  • Peter in Numata
    1.0 out of 5 stars Misleading title
    Reviewed in Japan on November 25, 2015
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    Just tells you what the songs say (simplistically at that) with a very few quotes from well-known interviews. Almost no stories behind the songs from Bowie or others involved.
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  • MR JASON KOTEY
    5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 16, 2016
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    A great book for fans and casual listeners
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  • DAVID CAMPBELL
    4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 22, 2017
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    A well written and researched book.
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  • Mr. C Coulson
    1.0 out of 5 stars Don't Judge a book by the cover
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 8, 2011
    Format: PaperbackVerified Purchase
    This book claims to be The Stories behind the songs of David Bowie - well that's what it says on the cover. Unlike Steve Turner's excellent Beatles, stories behind the songs books, Chris Welch's book is merely his own observations and analyses of Bowie's songs. It's not especially perceptive or revealing and it's certainly not worth the price I paid.

    Avoid unless you're a Bowie completist
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