- Paperback: 288 pages
- Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group (23 Feb 2006)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0316732591
- ISBN-13: 978-0316732598
- Product Dimensions: 20.2 x 16.6 x 2.4 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 813,928 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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*'Dedicated and visionary, Roger Sargent was the perfect mirror, truthful without doubt, perceptive without ego ... bedside manner of a minotaur!' Carl Barat *'Anthony Thornton is a better writer than Lester Bangs' Peter Doherty
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'An intelligent and pacy exploration of a musical phenomenon'
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Very well written and really the only book you'll ever need about one of Britain's finest, if most short lived bands. The author of course was there for a great deal of the band's lifetime so is well seated to give an accurate portrayal of just what The Libertines were about. And what their music still and always will be about. Roger Sargent's photos complement all of this nicely and add to what is, as well as an informative read (even for the biggest of fans) is also something of a nostalgic experience. As Peter, Carl, John and Gary are all of course still continuing with their various musical endeavours it is a story that is far from over. However "Bound Together" acts as a timely reminder, or at least a kick up the bottom to the wider world, of the importance and brilliance of The Libertines.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
If you are a fan of The Libertines buy this book!
Like a trip on the Albion this book smells good, looks good and contains a mix of great information and photos. Text contains quotes from the band members and main players themselves. This is far better than information in the usual rock style book where it quotes the drummers mates milkmans brother..
Don't wait for a possible paperback issue! This book is a lovely size, feel and something darn sexy to keep
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
.. read this! Beautifully presented and brilliantly told, this is the story of Peter and Carl and their ill-fated voyage to Arcadia. Anthony Thornton has gathered together all the eye witnesses - including himself and Roger Sargeant who travelled with the band from the start - and has written with compassion and impartiality.
It's the kind of wild rock 'n' roll morality tale that's been missing from British music since the anodyne invasion of boy bands and pop idol. Lavishly illustrated with Sargeant's gorgeous pictures, it reveals those Libertines boys in all their squalid beauty.
It's not a cut and paste celebrity biography - this one will stand the test of time. It's a modern classic and an esential item on any music fan's bookshelf. Put it next to 'Revolution in the Head'
It's the kind of wild rock 'n' roll morality tale that's been missing from British music since the anodyne invasion of boy bands and pop idol. Lavishly illustrated with Sargeant's gorgeous pictures, it reveals those Libertines boys in all their squalid beauty.
It's not a cut and paste celebrity biography - this one will stand the test of time. It's a modern classic and an esential item on any music fan's bookshelf. Put it next to 'Revolution in the Head'
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Brilliant.
Couldn't ask more! Lovely hardback and really well written. Brilliant information on Peter and Carl before they got the record contract and not to forget the pictures!
Published 8 months ago by mward
Brilliant, informative and interesting.
This was a fabulous book written by someone with genuine knowledge and affection for the group and all involved with them. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Mrs. D. Henderson
I have falen in love with this book
I have fallen in love with this book, just amazing. The pictures are divine.
It's the bible for any libertine/doherty/barat fan.
BUY IT definately uber recommended.
It's the bible for any libertine/doherty/barat fan.
BUY IT definately uber recommended.
Published on 22 April 2008 by Jessica Rainaldi
N.M.E is not for me!!!
When I bought this book I had high hopes...after all, a book about the best band of my generation is definitely worth a read. 'The definitive story' seemed very attractive. Read more
Published on 13 April 2007 by james williams
All over in a Flash
A really enjoyable read : Truly great band. My only feeling of a let-down was with the total lack of ANY captions accompanying the photographs. Which are plentiful ; sharp and fun. Read more
Published on 8 Feb 2007 by matakana 23
Climb Aboard The Good Ship Albion...
...and begin the long journey to Arcadia by reading this enchanting and beautiful book about the best band of my generation. Read more
Published on 31 July 2006 by One Love, One Heart, Lets Get Together...
Beautiful to look at...
For a good account of the Libertines that "Kids in the Riot" by Pete Welsh is probably better (IMHO) as it seems to have more interviews with the main protaganists and also the... Read more
Published on 24 April 2006 by Zigor Aranalde
The Men Who Would Have Been Kings
This book gives an insight into the relationship between the different individuals in The Libertines in an original and poignnat way. Read more
Published on 18 Mar 2006 by Hamza Omaar
Amazing
The Libertines are, in my view, the most important and best band ever.This book tell us all about the friction between Pete and Carl, Pete's drug problems and everything about... Read more
Published on 6 Mar 2006 by Joe Hill
Beautiful Insight
This amazing book presents a previously unseen view of The Libertines from the 'inside', from the 'tines themselves and those who were there throughout their short... Read more
Published on 25 Feb 2006 by the robster
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