- Hardcover: 320 pages
- Publisher: Headline Review (1 Sep 2008)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 075531588X
- ISBN-13: 978-0755315888
- Product Dimensions: 17.9 x 3 x 24.3 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (25 customer reviews)
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Revealing and fascinating autobiography by one of Britain's best loved and most enduring stars
--This text refers to the
Audio CD
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Sir Cliff Richard OBE is the biggest-selling artist of all time, selling over 250 million records around the world since he burst onto the music scene in 1958. But how has he kept his appeal all these years? In a world fuelled by drink, sex and drugs, he is perennially attractive without any of those things that keep other singers' profiles high. Now, working with the highly acclaimed biographer and journalist, Penny Junor, Cliff is going to talk freely and frankly about what it is like to be Cliff. Inspirational, hugely talented, a much-loved household name, his story is extraordinary. Packed with hitherto unseen pictures and untold stories, fascinating memorabilia and a host of unique visual memories, it is a book to read and treasure for the next fifty years.
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46 of 46 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Having almost finished My Life, My Way I just had to review it.
I've read a broad array of books about Sir Cliff, some by the man himself, and others by other people. None capture the heart of the man as well as this new one. It is a fascinating insight into a man the media continues to treat really badly, as if 50 years of being at the top, having hits all the way through and giving pleasure to a lot of people is a crime.
The book is paced very well, with topics going back and forth between the present and past smoothly. We are given interesting little facts along the way and Cliff's frank opinions on modern life, all of which show him as a complete person who lives not in some sort of 'starry' out of touch bubble, but in the same world as you and me. It is heartwarming how often Sir Cliff refers to his family and friends, explaining how it is these people who keep his feet on the ground and in touch with reality.
The most moving parts of the book come when Cliff talks of his parents. That his father missed the best years of Cliff's career, having died in 1961, is clearly a regret, and his mother's long battle with dementia and the awful effect of this terrible condition are reflected in what feels like an urgency for the reader to understand what his mother was like before the condition took hold. Having lost a parent to dementia I found Sir Cliff's honesty and openness on the subject very moving.
One should not forget of course that Sir Cliff has written the book with Penny Junor, who has written a number of biographies. She has done extremely well to ask the right questions, and give Sir Cliff the freedom and possibly the security, to talk frankly.
The media of course chooses to twist certain things in the book and put words in Sir Cliff's mouth. The only way you will know what he is really like is to buy it.
It is fascinating that some choose to criticise Sir Cliff for writing about himself. It is an autobiography after all. Writing about himself was the whole idea.
I've read a broad array of books about Sir Cliff, some by the man himself, and others by other people. None capture the heart of the man as well as this new one. It is a fascinating insight into a man the media continues to treat really badly, as if 50 years of being at the top, having hits all the way through and giving pleasure to a lot of people is a crime.
The book is paced very well, with topics going back and forth between the present and past smoothly. We are given interesting little facts along the way and Cliff's frank opinions on modern life, all of which show him as a complete person who lives not in some sort of 'starry' out of touch bubble, but in the same world as you and me. It is heartwarming how often Sir Cliff refers to his family and friends, explaining how it is these people who keep his feet on the ground and in touch with reality.
The most moving parts of the book come when Cliff talks of his parents. That his father missed the best years of Cliff's career, having died in 1961, is clearly a regret, and his mother's long battle with dementia and the awful effect of this terrible condition are reflected in what feels like an urgency for the reader to understand what his mother was like before the condition took hold. Having lost a parent to dementia I found Sir Cliff's honesty and openness on the subject very moving.
One should not forget of course that Sir Cliff has written the book with Penny Junor, who has written a number of biographies. She has done extremely well to ask the right questions, and give Sir Cliff the freedom and possibly the security, to talk frankly.
The media of course chooses to twist certain things in the book and put words in Sir Cliff's mouth. The only way you will know what he is really like is to buy it.
It is fascinating that some choose to criticise Sir Cliff for writing about himself. It is an autobiography after all. Writing about himself was the whole idea.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I can't imagine what the previous reviewer thinks an autobiography should be about, if not its author! This is a very honest, very readable and engaging book - a proper reflection on an incredible 50 years in show business. Cliff has not taken the easy way out and produced an assemblage of photographs with captions and called it an autobiograpy. Instead he has done his fans proud and delved deep to produce a really worthwhile, detailed and fascinating story that doesn't cut corners or duck hard questions. He deserves every bit of his success and I'm sure this book will make him new fans.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
An insight into the early life of Cliff Richard. I have been a fan for many years but he doesn't tell you of all the good things that he has done. My niece was spina bifida and he went out of his way to visit her after she had been poorly. He sent her tickets to his shows and always sent a card for her birthdays and Christmas. Unfortunately, he was unable to attend her funeral but his music was there. A great human being and great to know more of him.
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My Life, My Way by Cliff Richard
An enchanting listen to the voice of the man himself. Felt like he was right there talking to you. A candid account of his life leaving you with the realisation that he is such a... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Sharon
MY LIFE MY WAY
BOOK FAB. ONCE PURCHASED DELIVERY WITHIN DAY CANNOT FAULT YOUR ASSISTANCE.
BOOK READING IS A MUST. YOU WILL SEE A DIFFERENT SIDE TO CLIFF
BOOK READING IS A MUST. YOU WILL SEE A DIFFERENT SIDE TO CLIFF
Published on 24 Nov 2009 by L. HOLMAN
fantastic
totally made up with the book, its like new and was very well packged when i recieved it, will definatly order from this seller again. thank you very much :o)
Published on 25 Oct 2009 by emzie
"Talking to CLIFF"
I have three versions of this book, A signed copy, hard back.
A paperback as it has an extra chapter from "The Time Machine" tour
and the audio CD. Read more
A paperback as it has an extra chapter from "The Time Machine" tour
and the audio CD. Read more
Published on 20 Oct 2009 by Mrs. E. Mcnamara
Cliff Richard
It is really great to hear Cliff reading his own book - well worth the money! Delivery was fast and efficient.
Published on 28 Sep 2009 by Gordon Barker
My life, my way Cliff Richard
Very interesting book for those who are Cliff Richard's fans and want to know him better. Moreover, it's HIS book, by him and not only about him. That makes a great difference. Read more
Published on 10 Sep 2009 by Rock
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When I read this book I felt I knew the real Cliff, it was sad in places and made me think of a time when people had respect for one another, a time when a child got a clout if... Read more
Published on 29 Aug 2009 by J. Reynolds, W. Reynoldssonsltd
Wish all sellers were like this!
I was wanting a present for my best friend's 40th birthday and as he is an avid collector of autographed memorabilia this signed copy was just what I wanted. Read more
Published on 23 July 2009 by D. Metcalfe
My Life, My Way, Cliff Richard
A fantastic, honest book for all Cliff Richard fans.
Dispel the myths and mysteries about him and find out the truth, as much as he wishes to disclose.
My Life, My Way
Dispel the myths and mysteries about him and find out the truth, as much as he wishes to disclose.
My Life, My Way
Published on 7 Feb 2009 by Barbara Alexander
Cliff Richard,..( Quite simply a "One Off" )
He likes Jerry Lee an' Elvis,so he's OK in
my book!.Yes,ol'Harry Webb has done well for
himself,and no mistake! Read more
my book!.Yes,ol'Harry Webb has done well for
himself,and no mistake! Read more
Published on 7 Feb 2009 by Mr. G. R. Forman
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