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Available
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Publication
Chronicle Books (2007), Edition: Reprint, 456 pages
Description
This is the closest we will come to George Harrison's autobiography. This new volume has been significantly updated since the 1980 original, it covers the full span of George Harrison's life and work--exploring his upbringing in Liverpool, the growth of Beatlemania, his love of India, gardening, and racing cars. It also presents 141 of George Harrison's songs, with lyrics handwritten and reproduced in facsimile, accompanied by his unique commentary. This new edition also includes more than 50 additional lyrics written for the Beatles and Harrison's solo albums. Included are written contributions from Olivia Harrision and Derek Taylor.
User reviews
LibraryThing member Heptonj
This one is a must-have for those with an interest in this sensitive and interesting man. A look at, and an insight of, his life both in and out of the limelight.
LibraryThing member Redsfan
The must have book. Everything George. What more could anyone want?
LibraryThing member dariazeoli
Not your typical memoir, "I, Me, Mine" is comprised of some anecdotes and then, for 3/4 of the book, lyrics (handwritten and printed) and brief descriptions of Harrison's songs.
If you aren't well-versed on Beatles lore, you might be disappointed. I am, therefore I'm not. I wouldn't mind owning a
If you aren't well-versed on Beatles lore, you might be disappointed. I am, therefore I'm not. I wouldn't mind owning a
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LibraryThing member TobinElliott
Big! Rock! Book! number three.
I still have my much-battered, much slimmer 1980 version of this book (regrettably, not the limited edition one that was put out). Thirty-eight years later, here I am again, with a beautifully-made extended edition, essentially encompassing every song of his
Harrison's modest, everyman personality shines through on every page of the book. He was never my favourite of the four—that honour goes to their troubled front man, Lennon—and I could never buy into Harrison's spiritual beliefs, but I gotta say, I do respect the man for not only living his values, but also taking the risky career move of letting those values shine through in his work.
Yes, he's a bit trippy—more than I remembered—but then again, so was Lennon, and a hell of a lot of others who came up through the Sixties.
But this? This is an interesting glimpse into the Quiet One.
I still have my much-battered, much slimmer 1980 version of this book (regrettably, not the limited edition one that was put out). Thirty-eight years later, here I am again, with a beautifully-made extended edition, essentially encompassing every song of his
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career.Harrison's modest, everyman personality shines through on every page of the book. He was never my favourite of the four—that honour goes to their troubled front man, Lennon—and I could never buy into Harrison's spiritual beliefs, but I gotta say, I do respect the man for not only living his values, but also taking the risky career move of letting those values shine through in his work.
Yes, he's a bit trippy—more than I remembered—but then again, so was Lennon, and a hell of a lot of others who came up through the Sixties.
But this? This is an interesting glimpse into the Quiet One.
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Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
1980
Physical description
9.3 inches
ISBN
9780811859004