- Hardcover: 256 pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown & Company (19 Sep 1996)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0316879339
- ISBN-13: 978-0316879330
- Product Dimensions: 23.4 x 16 x 3.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 48,563 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Peter Stringfellow is the most famous nightclub owner in the world, proprietor of "Stringfellow's" in London's West End and many more. His life story is not only a classic rags-to-riches tale but one which documents the rise and fall of every musical trend since popular music began. He was born to the sound of falling German bombs in 1940 and built his dreams out of the rubble of the Sheffield blitz. He has survived two divorces, the New York mafia and bankruptcy, and this biography is peppered with anecdotes about the rich and famous. Forthright and humorous, it recounts how a steelworker's son ended up with his name in lights on both sides of the Atlantic.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
It has been 2 weeks since I ordered King of Clubs, and I haven't seen daylight since. King of Clubs has caused me to be late for work, late for diner, and late for my girlfriend. The String fellow rise to fame and success is exciting, creative, but most of all a great laugh. As a fan of the Stringfellow chain of clubs, this only enhances my appreciation, for a man who has had the commitment and courage to reach the pinnacle of success. Peter Stringfellow can walk head high knowing that he has achieved one the world's most honourable titles, 'A self-made Success'. Fiona Lafferty has captured the charm and wit of Peter, so well that you find yourself listing to the text, rather than reading it. This autobiography is not only a slice of life, but also an inspiration to all of us.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
A suprising page turner of a book. Stringfellow comes over very sympathetically and not at all as one would imagine.
Yes he is a shagger of the first degree, but he's also big hearted.
A couple of big suprises to be found in the book that I won't reveal.
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I agree with the critique given by Mr Russell Horton of Cardiff. I received the book as a gift after gaining a place at university, as somebody thought that it would be useful for my degree. At times such as these, one feels as though they must read the piece-it was a present after all. I must say in all honesty that the revelations contained within the book are quite astounding- I cannot believe that one man could get into so many scrapes!! This is a book about a man who has built himself up from a working class background and has done something productive. He should be applauded for his work. This piece of work has shown me the REAL side of showbiz, and I want a part of it!! Long live 'The King of Clubs!'
Most Recent Customer Reviews
amazon wouldn't let me award it zero stars
Please . . . don't bother with this rubbish. it should just be called "why I am so great". albeit with calculated tales of woe and modesty to illicit the response that other... Read more
Published 8 months ago by S. Warwick
The best book i've ever read!
Such a great story of Peter's life. The man who made everything for himself. I would reccommend to anybody
Published 20 months ago by Nathan Lewis
My memories
Born in Sheffield, I remember the club where Peter Stringfellow had some fantastic acts. I did see Pink Floyd playing there. Read more
Published on 13 May 2008 by Andrew Berry
Very interesting, learnt a lot about the obscure Peter
I picked Peters autobiography to read for no real reason. I thought it would be interesting as he is hardly a dull character. Read more
Published on 29 Oct 2001
The King Of Kings !!!
I read this book because somebody bought it for my birthday present. To be honest, I didn't want to read it. However I did and I loved it !!! It was good. Read more
Published on 12 Jun 1999
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