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‘I’ve never met a man who combined spiritual depth, musical ability and international fame with such grace, charm and humility as Johnny.’
Dr Billy Graham
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This fascinating autobiography of the country music legend recounts the highs and lows, the struggles and hard-won triumphs of his remarkable life.
The story takes us from Johnny Cash’s childhood on an Arkansas cotton farm to his early years at Sun Records. We read of his life on the road and meetings with, and performances for, world leaders. There is also the darker side of his life: the years of addiction to amphetamines and pain killers, a suicide attempt and the spiritual awakening that pulled him through.
He looks unsparingly at his turbulent past, but remains a man of honesty, humility and humour. His memoir reveals his friendships with Roy Orbison, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan and Billy Graham.
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95 of 97 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Autobiographies of celebrities can very easily fall into the pit of self praise and name dropping. Cash has none of this. We see a man who is free enough to present himself with all his difficulties, all his struggles. His story appears almost too difficult to tolerate at times, but ultimately there is light and hope, through family, recovery and love. I defy anybody to read it without shedding a tear. When Johnny tells us at the end that life had become "very moving indeed", we feel that we really have seen into the heart of a man who has struggeled, who has come close to the edge, but who has hope to offer. And ultimately it is that hope that shines through. Hope and gratitude. This is a very fine book indeed, not just a chronical of the events of a life, but the story of a soul. Well worth the effort.
52 of 53 people found the following review helpful
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Indispensible for all Cash fans, this is a wonderfully evocative reflection on his remarkable career. Unconventional, as you'd expect of the man - rather than a straightforward narrative, he explores his life through a series of reflective impressions, and non-linear tales crossing the years.
What we are left with is a deeply moving, even inspiring, portrait of this humble, uniquely gifted artist. A fine memorial to a great musician and wonderful human being.
22 of 22 people found the following review helpful
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I read this book on holiday last week and thought it was great. It was a truthful, thought provoking book by someone who is not a professional author but gave it a jolly good shot. His stories of drug addiction and the destruction it causes seemed very real, as did his genuine love for June.
I really enjoyed this book and having read about 20 autobiographies, will be reading this one again definately.
I really enjoyed this book and having read about 20 autobiographies, will be reading this one again definately.
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A good read
Johnny Cash is definitely a very interesting and complex character, definitely work a read. This book warmed my heart even in the cold winter months
Published 2 months ago by Olu-Kemi
Amazing
I'm not much of a reader,(Infact I never read) I just couldn't put this book down!
A music legend writing about his life should not be judged on his author skills but on... Read more
A music legend writing about his life should not be judged on his author skills but on... Read more
Published 6 months ago by Andy Roo
Brilliant trip down memory lane
1st of all, the book that arrived had a different/older cover than the one advertised - but that became unimportant when I started reading it. Read more
Published 12 months ago by Laura
a personal account of a truly remarkable life
I first came across Johnny Cash's music the year before he died - and I'm no spring chicken. His recording of 'Hurt' was life transforming. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Dr John N Sutherland
cash the autobio
This book arrived in good condition as discribed in the sellers info. This was a gift for my partner and he tells me its a great read, and is surprised at how the film walk the... Read more
Published 23 months ago by L. Baghurst
Cash the man
After watching Walk the line a couple of times I decided I wanted to know more about the man. It is a really personal and well written account of himself and I would reccomend... Read more
Published on 27 May 2010 by Mr. A. M. J. Collins
Johnny Cash Book review
A good book. Gives graphic details of his drug addiction; mental and domestic problems, and his brushes with the law.From being born in 1932 until 1997. Tells it as it was. Read more
Published on 30 April 2010 by Mr. G. Harland
great
saw the film and had to read the book, only half way through it but what a great book it is ! definately recommend it
Published on 12 Mar 2010 by Mr. L. J. Booth
very honest and enlightening
I'd start by saying I agree with one of the reviews about this book, in that it can make your teeth grind hearing Johnny say how great everyone in his life is and was. Read more
Published on 4 Feb 2010 by Mr. C. G. Bourne
Cash:The Autobiography
This book is really interesting and it had me gripped. Johnny is one of my all time heroes and I have read lots of books on him, but this one is written in his own words and it... Read more
Published on 1 Jun 2009 by Susie Q
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