Sir Elton by Philip Norman (English) Paperback Book

Description: Sir Elton by Philip Norman The definitive biography of the much-loved star Elton John. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Norman writes like an angel . . . anyone who can read will admire the intelligence, the detail and the robust good sense of this biography. It captures the flavour of the times every bit as distinctively as it captures the personality of Elton John Sunday TelegraphElton John is one of the biggest stars in the world, a man whose extraordinary career has resulted in timeless songs and sold-out world tours. But how did the sensitive boy from Pinner, who started out pounding the piano in a pub, become such an iconic figure?Philip Normans acclaimed biography paints a frank but sympathetic portrait, from Eltons rise to success to the attempted suicides, from Watford football club chairman to flamboyant Versace shopaholic, from the draining addictions to his turbulent personal relationships and the extraordinary moment in Westminster Abbey when Candle in the Wind turned into a requiem for his friend Diana Princess of Wales.Covering the first five decades of Eltons life, setting him in the context of the changing music scene, this is a vivid, perceptive, superbly researched account of a musical legend. Flap Norman writes like an angel . . . anyone who can read will admire the intelligence, the detail and the robust good sense of this biography. It captures the flavour of the times every bit as distinctively as it captures the personality of Elton John Sunday Telegraph Elton John is one of the biggest stars in the world, a man whose extraordinary career has resulted in timeless songs and sold-out world tours. But how did the sensitive boy from Pinner, who started out pounding the piano in a pub, become such an iconic figure? Philip Normans acclaimed biography paints a frank but sympathetic portrait, from Eltons rise to success to the attempted suicides, from Watford football club chairman to flamboyant Versace shopaholic, from the draining addictions to his turbulent personal relationships and the extraordinary moment in Westminster Abbey when Candle in the Wind turned into a requiem for his friend Diana Princess of Wales. Covering the first five decades of Eltons life, setting him in the context of the changing music scene, this is a vivid, perceptive, superbly researched account of a musical legend. A definitive insight into the life of the balding, bespectacled pub pianist who conquered the world The Times Author Biography Philip Norman was born in London and brought up in Ryde, Isle of Wight. He joined the Sunday Times at the age of 22 and became a renowned interviewer for its iconic colour magazine with subjects ranging from Elizabeth Taylor and Little Richard to P.G. Wodehouse and the Libyan dictator, Muammar Gaddafi. In 1981, he published Shout!, a ground-breaking biography of the Beatles which has been continuously in print ever since and is regarded as the definitive history of the band. This was followed by internationally-bestselling biographies of the Rolling Stones, Buddy Holly, John Lennon, Mick Jagger, Paul McCartney and Eric Clapton.He has also written novels (becoming one of the original 20 Best of Young British Novelists) short stories, radio and TV plays and two stage musicals, This Is Elvis and Laughter In The Rain: the Neil Sedaka Story. Review Hes got me spot on * Elton John *Norman writes like an angel, Sir Elton could talk the hind leg off a donkey, and anyone who can read will admire the intelligence, the detail and the robust good sense of this biography. It captures the flavour of the times every bit as distinctively as it captures the personality of Elton John * Sunday Telegraph *This biography stands as a definitive insight into the life of the balding, bespectacled pub pianist who conquered the world * The Times *Eloquent, analytic, erudite but never dull, Norman writes with a verve and vitality which is well-suited to his colourful subject * Yorkshire Post * Promotional The definitive biography of the much-loved star Elton John. Review Quote Hes got me spot on Promotional "Headline" The definitive biography of the much-loved star Elton John. Details ISBN1529026172 Author Philip Norman ISBN-10 1529026172 ISBN-13 9781529026177 Format Paperback Imprint Pan Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom DEWEY 782.42166092 Pages 560 Publisher Pan Macmillan Year 2019 Language English Publication Date 2019-05-16 UK Release Date 2019-05-16 Audience Age 18 Audience General AU Release Date 2019-05-13 NZ Release Date 2019-05-13 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:123762989;

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