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' a whirlwind story of sex, drugs, rock 'n' roll, suicide attempts
and deranged stalkers...' -- Time Out
'An incredible autobiography.'
-- Channel 4 Music Website
'With plenty of lessons to be learned about fame's downside,
[this] is an intriguing tale, well and honestly told.' -- Q Magazine
and deranged stalkers...' -- Time Out
'An incredible autobiography.'
-- Channel 4 Music Website
'With plenty of lessons to be learned about fame's downside,
[this] is an intriguing tale, well and honestly told.' -- Q Magazine
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Who could forget their first view of Adam Ant on Top of the Pops, white stripes across his face, swaggering to the beat of 'Antmusic' or in frilly shirt and mask for 'Stand and Deliver'? One of the most successful pop stars of the 80s, his face adorning posters on teenager's walls from Acton to Akron, Adam Ant was a phenomenon. Now in this frank and revealing autobiography, he tells the full story of his amazing life from his dysfunctional childhood to his key role in the punk movement and creation of a unique musical style that brought him a string of hits (both singles and albums). At one point he was so famous other stars sought his company and advice - even Michael Jackson called in the dead of night to ask about music and clothes. His many girlfriends included Jamie Lee Curtis and Heather Graham and for a time he lived in LA, acting in fifteen films. Adam also writes honestly about his life-long battle with manic depression. His first episodes were triggered by the stress of living with a violent, alcoholic father, and he tried to commit suicide when he was at art school. A gruelling episode with a stalker in LA precipitated a mental breakdown, and a stalker in London led to his well-publicised arrest and hospitalization in 2001. At times funny and at other times tragic, this is gripping account of the turbulent life and times of one of music's most fascinating figures.
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29 of 30 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I have to be honest that when Adam Ant was big in the early 1980s I was aware of him, but being a toddler wasn't really a fan, that was more my twin brother who would sing Stand and Deliver, had a poster of his idol and even bought his late 1980s albums as well as his greatest hits, other than the video with Diana Dors the only other knowledge I had of Mr Ant is the unfortunate episode with the gun a couple of years back and I did know that his real name was Stuart Goddard.
Upon reading this book the first thing that hits you is the brutal honesty of Adam's tale. He doesn't hold back relating his difficult childhood, his all encompassing love for his mother, his many relationships and of course the music. There isn't an ounce of self pity depsite Adam's problems with his medical condition and its presence is keenly felt throughout this book.
I love reading biographies and have read memoirs as varied as Gandhi to Rik Mayall but this really is one of the most astonishing pieces of work I have ever read. Adam Ant is truly a remarkable man and regardless of whether you are an ant fan or not you cannot but be touched by his amazing story and the dignity of the man.
Adam I salute you - 5 stars!
Upon reading this book the first thing that hits you is the brutal honesty of Adam's tale. He doesn't hold back relating his difficult childhood, his all encompassing love for his mother, his many relationships and of course the music. There isn't an ounce of self pity depsite Adam's problems with his medical condition and its presence is keenly felt throughout this book.
I love reading biographies and have read memoirs as varied as Gandhi to Rik Mayall but this really is one of the most astonishing pieces of work I have ever read. Adam Ant is truly a remarkable man and regardless of whether you are an ant fan or not you cannot but be touched by his amazing story and the dignity of the man.
Adam I salute you - 5 stars!
23 of 24 people found the following review helpful
By Shenanigans
Format:Hardcover
If you're looking for a comprehensive discography or Adam Ant songbook, this isn't it. However, if you're interested in getting an intimate look at the man behind the makeup, this is a great read.
Adam proves himself a terrific storyteller as he shares intimate and sometimes painful details of his life in a style that's refreshingly honest, funny, sweet, and often tragic.
From his humble beginnings in St. John's Wood to his hard-won success to the mental anguish and his passing from the spotlight, Adam pulls no punches and puts himself out there, warts and all, for all to see.
Dirt-seekers will be thrilled to find juicy tidbits about Jamie Lee Curtis, Heather Graham, and numerous other cuties who spent time with Adam. Adam also shares his side of snarky tabloid stories that painted him as a nut. Without Adam's insight into his illness, it's easy to see how the casual observer could jump to that conclusion.
With astonishing clarity and not an ounce of self-pity, Adam describes the painful episodes brought on by bipolar disorder. What comes across is a man who is sincerely working to overcome an illness that's cast a shadow over his life, his loves, and his career.
So why only 4 stars? This book could have easily earned 5 stars had Adam's account of his more recent years been captured as meticulously as his early childhood and family history. Other than the imbalance of detail between the pre- and post-fame years, this really is an enjoyable book from start to finish, even for the casual fan.
Warning! Reading this book will make you want to repurchase all those Adam Ant albums you had as a kid!
Adam proves himself a terrific storyteller as he shares intimate and sometimes painful details of his life in a style that's refreshingly honest, funny, sweet, and often tragic.
From his humble beginnings in St. John's Wood to his hard-won success to the mental anguish and his passing from the spotlight, Adam pulls no punches and puts himself out there, warts and all, for all to see.
Dirt-seekers will be thrilled to find juicy tidbits about Jamie Lee Curtis, Heather Graham, and numerous other cuties who spent time with Adam. Adam also shares his side of snarky tabloid stories that painted him as a nut. Without Adam's insight into his illness, it's easy to see how the casual observer could jump to that conclusion.
With astonishing clarity and not an ounce of self-pity, Adam describes the painful episodes brought on by bipolar disorder. What comes across is a man who is sincerely working to overcome an illness that's cast a shadow over his life, his loves, and his career.
So why only 4 stars? This book could have easily earned 5 stars had Adam's account of his more recent years been captured as meticulously as his early childhood and family history. Other than the imbalance of detail between the pre- and post-fame years, this really is an enjoyable book from start to finish, even for the casual fan.
Warning! Reading this book will make you want to repurchase all those Adam Ant albums you had as a kid!
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
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A brutally honest account of the life of very talented man. I'm so glad Adam finally decided to write his life story as it is both upsetting and fascinating. It gives one a totally different perspective into the life of a pop star and it doesn't pull any punches.Alcoholism ,spousal abuse,stalkers,it's all here and told in a way that makes you not want to put the book down.Highly recommended to all and especially to "Antpeople" everywhere.
Well done!
Well done!
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Stand and Deliver
I loved this fella in the 80's but reading his book made me see him in a very different light. This man is so sad in himself, what a terrible life he had. Read more
Published 9 hours ago by Dawn
4.0 out of 5 stars
Good read and pretty truthfull
This was a good book and special to me as I was a fan of Adam & Ants as a young kid in the begining of the 80's. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Michael Taylor
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warts and all
Adam ant bares all in an emotional read. I loved his music as a kid and now have new admiration for him in dealing with his illness.
Published 7 days ago by popzog
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Adam Ant From The Beginig
Fantastic read wanted to know about the early years The punk years The first album the best for all ant fans to know what his life has been like
Published 10 days ago by Colin Beale
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Honesty
Brilliant Frank and honest wish Adam all the best, get the music sorted and put out.If you were there in the 80s you'd love this book.
Published 11 days ago by neil boulton
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Great read
I wanted to be adam ant when I was 6, he was my idol. This book is a truly great read.
Published 12 days ago by Mark Overton
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Stand and deliver.
Could not put this book down once I started it.What a great read.It was so worth £1.31.Realy loved the part about his teenage days.Very funny.
Published 21 days ago by SilverFox
4.0 out of 5 stars
Interesting.....
Seems like an honest autobiography... Interesting to see what happened and why. Shame about the numerous typos but otherwise ok,
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Published 22 days ago by suze
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ADAM ANT (STAND AND DELIVER)
OMG I LOVED THIS BOOK, I LOVED ADAM ANT IN THE 80S, IT BROUGHT BACK SOME GREAT MEMORIES, ALSO THE HEARTACHE ADAM SUFFERED WITH HIS BI-POLAR, BUT WOW HAS HE HAD SOME LIFE. Read more
Published 26 days ago by Ms. B. Kelly
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Hard Work
Not really what I expected, struggled to get beyond the first few chapters. A good read in the end though.
Published 1 month ago by Emma Woolley
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