Buddy Holly - Softcover

Ellis Amburn

3.82

161 ratings by Goodreads

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0753506599 ISBN 13: 9780753506592

Publisher: Virgin Paperbacks, 2002

View all copies of this ISBN edition:

The myth of rock 'n' roll legend Buddy Holly has endured since the 1960s. The image of the polite, correct and sweet-natured youth from Lubbock, Texas has been endorsed by plays, films and books. This title offers the whole story, revealed by Buddy's friends, family and lovers. Now Buddy can be seen as the archetypal rock 'n' roll rebel he was. From his humble origins in the conservative Bible Belt to his pivotal role in the shaping of rock 'n' roll, every part of his life and work is examined in this biography. Holly's sudden death in a plane crash at the age of 22 was a key moment in musical history.

"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.

About the Author:

Ellis Amburn's previous books have been critically acclaimed best-sellers. Pearl, Amburn's biography of Janis Joplin, sold 175,000 copies, whilst his book on the life of Roy Orbison, Dark Star, achieved sales of over a quarter of a million. He provides a fresh perspective and well-written insight into the personality of Buddy Holly.

Review:

'Riveting' Sunday Times; 'A hugely entertaining read'. Mojo; 'A fitting, gritty testament' Irish Times; 'A valuable addition to rock'n'roll history' Daily Mail

"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.