Why Bowie Matters

by Will Brooker

Overview

A unique, moving and dazzlingly researched exploration of the places, people, musicians, writers and filmmakers that inspired David Jones to become David Bowie, what we can learn from his life’s work and journey, and why he will always matter.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780008313722
Publisher:	HarperCollins Publishers
Publication date:	10/15/2019
Series:	Why Music Matters Series , #2
Pages:	240
Product dimensions:	5.20(w) x 7.90(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Will Brooker is a writer and academic, professor of film and cultural studies at Kingston University and an author of several books of cultural studies dealing with elements of modern pop culture and fandom.

Table of Contents

Introduction: David Bowie - A Life Story 1

1 Becoming 15

2 Connecting 75

3 Changing 135

4 Passing 198

Conclusion: David Bowie - A Legacy 267

Acknowledgements 285

Discography 286

Bibliography 289

Index 293

Editorial Reviews

Praise for Why Bowie Matters

‘Brooker at his best, a playful, attentive scholar-fan’ Guardian

‘Wide-ranging and and closely argued, this book is one of the best Bowie has yet had’ Spectator

‘An intelligent assessment of the star’s career and enduring legacy’ Choice Magazine

‘A moving, unique and distinctly researched exploration of pop icon David Bowie by professor and die-hard fan Will Brooker … Original and illuminating’ David Bowie News

Praise for Will Brooker:

‘An intelligent and nuanced look at an artist whose total achievement is only now beginning to be discovered' Chris O'Leary, author of Rebel Rebel

'This book truly has it all about David Bowie. Intriguing and exciting research’ Sophia Anne Caruso, lead actor in Lazarus

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