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"(The) jewel-like passage (a description of Manzarek and two young buddies who manage to gain entrance to a black juke joint to hear blues singer Muddy Waters) is one of the most moving and exhilarating portraits of white boys succumbing to the power of black music this reviewer has read, worthy of Kerouac's stunning prose on jazz clubs....(An) engaging read." -- The Washington Post Book World
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The Doors were arguably the most important rock-and-roll band of the sixties, unquestionably a catalyst for American music as we know it. Their music was the product of late-sixties southern California, with its idyllic facades. The Doors looked beyond these facades and wrote music about what they found, thus becoming the ultimate symbol for rebellion and alienation. Ray Manzarek co-founded the Doors with Jim Morrison in 1965. Together with Robby Krieger and John Densmore they created a legend. Their original mix of jazz, classical, Californian surf, Flamenco guitar and Chicago blues made an irreversible impact on the music of the day. And their worldwide popularity continues today with album sales of nearly two million a year. Ray Manzarek and Jim Morrison were both UCLA Film School graduates, best friends and rarely apart until Morrison moved to Paris shortly before his death in 1971. What Ray Manzarek knows about Jim Morrison and the Doors, no one else does. His story gives illumination to the dark myths and lays to rest the rumours that have abounded about Jim Morrison and the band. Light My Fire truly gives us an insight into the times, the enigmatic lead singer, and the magic circle that was The Doors.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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I have just finished this book and I have to say that it is possibly he best book of the Doors I own. Although I got somwhat lost in the Rays style of writing, his passion behind his life and friends is clear. A definate must-have for any Doors fan. Thanks Ray
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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I read the Sugarman / Hopkins Biography of Jim Morrison, which was brilliant. I was so fascinated with Morrison and the band, that I was keen to read more so I purchased 'Light My Fire' and WOW! The Morrison Biog is like being on the outskirts of the group, looking in at The Doors - which is amazing, but reading Ray's book you are actually THERE, inside, 'with' The Doors. It's honest, and beautifully written - quite spiritual - and he takes you through events, from his childhood and how he got into keyboards, to the conception of The Doors, through the highs and lows, closing with the decline of Morrison. It is tender and sad as Ray loved Jim dearly, but well analysed, so that you do not end up feeling depressed. A very inspiring book, and a joy to read.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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I recently finished reading Light my fire and it was simply a great read. Ray Manzarek pulls no punches in his honesty about Jim Morrison and his personna and tells many interesting tales about the band, their fall outs and their problems. Despite his occasional acid frenzied rants this book is simply great!
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Pompous and revisionist
Many a book has been written about Jim Morrison and The Doors and none of them may actually reveal everything about the mind and person that was Jim Morrison. Read more
Published on 19 Aug 2009 by Raf Jansen
A must for all Doors Fans
Even if you are not one of those in the Manzarek camp in regards to the story of the history of the Doors this is still a really important read for any true Doors fan. Read more
Published on 28 Aug 2008 by John Mccormick
Superb
This is one of the most interesting books I have read about Jim Morrison & the Doors, it is clear from reading this how much Ray loved Jim & still loves the band. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2008 by Whitbyabi
Doors legend recounts his crazy days with Jim Morrison
Ray Manzarek held a pivotal role in the musical mechanics of The Doors with his carnivalesque keyboards being the most recognisable musical trait of the band. Read more
Published on 20 Jan 2002 by amym_garrett@hotmail.com
An Exciting Read !
I Have read a few books on the Doors and their music, but none as good as this one!. Ray Manzarek really takes you through what it was like to work with the "Lizard King"... Read more
Published on 11 Dec 1999
Ray and his philosophy
Ray Manzarek makes it pretty clear in his striking and interesting personal memoir that his main preoccupation is to keep the myth of Jim Morrison alive. Read more
Published on 4 Aug 1999
great read - just the facts
Bought the book last weekend and I could not put it down. I have been a Doors fan since I was a teenager and read many books on The Doors and JDM. Read more
Published on 13 July 1999
The Truth At Last
This book is by far the most truthful and most accurate account of the life and times of THE DOORS The greatest RocknRoll band ever! Read more
Published on 7 May 1999
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