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The Beatles

Written by: Hunter Davies
Narrated by: Edward Lewis
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In this behind-the-scenes look at the most famous musical group in history, Hunter Davies gives the complete story of the Beatles. First published in 1968, this second revised edition from 1996 has added information including a new introduction and three updated appendices: Beatles Places, Beatles Memorabilia, and Beatles Books. As the only authorized biographer, Davies had full access to the Fab Four, as well as their help and ecouragement. He spent 18 months with them when they were at the peak of their musical genius and at the pinnacle of their popularity, making a mark on history and popular culture that would never fade. Davies stayed on with the Beatles through their breakup and remained friends with the individual members afterward, enabling him to write the continuing story of their solo careers. His is the inside story that "does not shy away from any mean and gritty little facts" ( The New Yorker). This is a book no Beatles junkie - or any fan of rock music - should be without.©1996 by Hunter Davies; (P)1998 by Blackstone Audiobooks Art & Literature Authors Entertainment & Celebrities Journalists, Editors & Publishers Music
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"...His hard work and the obvious trust the Beatles have in him allow us to see the young musicians for the first time as interesting, fallible, corporeal creatures, each quite different from the others, each with his own history and hang-ups and hopes." (Newsweek)
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Very entertaining. Great summary of each Beatles musician background and membership within the band. Also including extended epilogue of transpired events and diverged life paths since the breakup and original publication. Recommended band biography.

Thorough summary capturing the peak of their success

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terrible narrator he sounds like he's reading a police report. Very boring. don't bother. I am disappointed

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