- Hardcover: 288 pages
- Publisher: John Blake Publishing Ltd; illustrated edition edition (7 April 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 1844545636
- ISBN-13: 978-1844545636
- Product Dimensions: 23.9 x 15.5 x 2.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
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Amy Winehouse is the most talked about singer-songwriter of her generation. Her soulful voice has won her critical acclaim, scores of awards and fans from all walks of life, while her turbulent and decadent lifestyle has made her an irresistible target for the popular press. But who is the real Amy Winehouse? This fascinating biography traces her story from her childhood in North London, through to her eventful time at the Sylvia Young Theatre School. It follows her as she takes early steps to fame under the management of Pop Idol guru Simon Fuller and then signs her first deal with Island Records. Her bestselling second album Back To Black has earned her nominations for Grammys, earning Amy growing international acclaim. With original interviews and revealing anecdotes included along the way, Amy Winehouse: The Biography tells the gripping behind the scenes story of this living legend, right up to 2008, when her husband Blake Fielder-Civil faced trial. Chas Newkey-Burden is the first biographer to chart the rise of this extraordinary performer and wild, rebellious character. His compelling portrait is an exclusive look at the life of the country's greatest living singer. She told us she was trouble, but we know that she's so good.
About the Author
Chas Newkey-Burden is the author of Paris Hilton: Life on the Edge, The Reduced History Of Britain and Great Email Disasters. He is the co-author - with Julie Burchill - of Not In My Name: A Compendium Of Modern Hypocrisy. He has interviewed and profiled a host of celebrities including Rachel Stevens, David Beckham, Ricky Gervais, Jenna Jameson and McFly. His writing has appeared in a number of publications including the Guardian, Time Out, Attitude, and the Times.
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It was once said of Amy Winehouse, 'She often strikes as a personality born slightly out of time.' Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt
It was once said of Amy Winehouse, 'She often strikes as a personality born slightly out of time.' Read the first page Browse Sample Pages
Front Cover | Copyright | Table of Contents | Excerpt
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I loved this book. It's insightful, easy to read and has some nice photos (which of course are the first thing anyone looks at when purchasing a book, or is that just me?)
A must for any Amy fans. Especially the positivity and sense that she's going to be ok.
A must for any Amy fans. Especially the positivity and sense that she's going to be ok.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is an easy-to-read biog of one of the real pop legends of our time. Winehouse has clearly been through an awful lot in her young life, something which is captured sensitively and honestly by the author, rather than deriding her, as is the media's usual way of dealing with Amy 'news'. A must read for any Amy Winehouse fan.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Fab book, great read, perfect for a summer holiday. Well researched, entertaining to the last! Great read for both fans and cynics alike!
Chas newkey-Burden proves again that he has the talent and energy to take on biographies of women who are both sainted and demonised by the press.
Chas newkey-Burden proves again that he has the talent and energy to take on biographies of women who are both sainted and demonised by the press.
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Lazy journalism at it's best
This book is a lazy review of Amy Winehouse articles from British and American magazines and radio shows. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Nikki7609
a very talented singer/musician RIP.
A well written and very informative book charting the life of Amy Winehouse.
She showed her talent from an early age, what a voice, musician and song writer too. Read more
She showed her talent from an early age, what a voice, musician and song writer too. Read more
Published 9 months ago by road nomad
a good read of amy winehouse what a talent!!
this is a good read im not a book person but a fab read i love her one of those talents these days that i think is a fantastic talent and her voice is unique and soulfull back to... Read more
Published on 4 Oct 2008 by Mr. S. L. Smith
Not as good as I hoped
Having read the reviews of this book (and it being highly praised) I decided to treat myself, being that I am a huge Amy fan. Read more
Published on 17 Aug 2008 by Sesterce
Thumbs up
This is a long and authoritative account of Amy's life and current situation. I would highly recommend it above other similar books.
Published on 25 May 2008 by C. A. Govan
Amy wish you well
What a lovely story fantastic book and great artist. Love Amy Whinehouse music too.
Just finished reading this brilliant book
Suzy
Just finished reading this brilliant book
Suzy
Published on 12 May 2008 by Suzy Clements
I didn't think there was anything new to know about her but this book...
I'm not a massive Amy Winehouse fan but I got this book for a plane ride because I am familiar with the author's writing (loved his Great Email Disasters) and yes I appreciated his... Read more
Published on 1 April 2008 by ScotchEgg
Couldn't put it down.
Excellent from start to finish. A brilliant alternative insight into the life of the most talked about pop star of recent time. Read more
Published on 28 Mar 2008 by Mr. J. K. Parry
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