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In 20002001, Michael Jackson sat down with his close friend and spiritual guide, Rabbi Shmuley Boteach, to record what turned out to be the most intimate and revealing conversations of his life. It was Michaels wish to bare his soul and unburden himself to a public that he knew was deeply suspicious of him. The resulting thirty hours are the basis of The Michael Jackson Tapes. There has never been, and never will be, anything like them. In these searingly honest conversations, Michael exposes his emotional pain and profound loneliness, his longing to be loved, and the emptiness of his fame. You discover why he was suspicious of women and how only children provided the innocence for which he so desperately longed. In his own words, he takes us into the jarring moments of his childhood and speaks of the measures he took to try and heal. He divulges how he came to be alienated from his strong religious anchor and describes his views on the nature of faith. Michael brings us into his tortured yet loving relationship with his siblings. He opens up about his father and his yearning for a time when they might finally reconcile. He talks about his most personal friendships and shares with us his terror of growing old. Despite his unprecedented fame and recent death, there remain unanswered questions about his life. The answers, presented here in The Michael Jackson Tapes, will both intrigue and move you. You will be surprised, riveted, and troubled as you peer into the soul of a tragic icon whose life is an American morality tale and whose flame was extinguished much too early.
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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Edited this because what I typed previously was not very nice.
Michael Jackson's words in this book are a true, wonderful insight into the man whom is not portrayed in the media. It is lovely to see this side exposed in the book. Actually I am very glad that I have read Michael's words in this book. It shows him as a deep, reflective, loving, humble, childlike soul.
However, Shmuley's commentry is often out of touch with what Michael is saying or is simply too 'high and mighty'judgemental. He also talks religion quite a lot, so if you aren't into that then you won't enjoy those parts. If you cut his comments out of this book and if there was proof that Michael had given consent to this book I would have given it a 5 out of 5.
Shmuley seems to have betrayed Michael's trust. Not that Michael's comments portay him in a bad light, but the fact that he went to a Rabbi, a Holy man to tell his thoughts and now that man is publishing that for money, it can't be right. It actually makes me feel bad for reading it.
I also didn't appreciate him telling Michael that his fans only love what he does (music & performance) not who he is. Shmuley had no right to speak on behalf of fans and I really hope Michael did not believe that, because it is definitely not true. Michael Jackson has the strongest most passionate fan base who fight for him almmost everyday, we would not be doing that if we didn't love HIM the PERSON he was. I'd trade all the music to have him back on earth.
Michael Jackson's words in this book are a true, wonderful insight into the man whom is not portrayed in the media. It is lovely to see this side exposed in the book. Actually I am very glad that I have read Michael's words in this book. It shows him as a deep, reflective, loving, humble, childlike soul.
However, Shmuley's commentry is often out of touch with what Michael is saying or is simply too 'high and mighty'judgemental. He also talks religion quite a lot, so if you aren't into that then you won't enjoy those parts. If you cut his comments out of this book and if there was proof that Michael had given consent to this book I would have given it a 5 out of 5.
Shmuley seems to have betrayed Michael's trust. Not that Michael's comments portay him in a bad light, but the fact that he went to a Rabbi, a Holy man to tell his thoughts and now that man is publishing that for money, it can't be right. It actually makes me feel bad for reading it.
I also didn't appreciate him telling Michael that his fans only love what he does (music & performance) not who he is. Shmuley had no right to speak on behalf of fans and I really hope Michael did not believe that, because it is definitely not true. Michael Jackson has the strongest most passionate fan base who fight for him almmost everyday, we would not be doing that if we didn't love HIM the PERSON he was. I'd trade all the music to have him back on earth.
34 of 36 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
" We, the worldwide fan community who love, respect and honour Michael Jackson are united in our defiance of Shmuley's act of betrayal. We do not support this book in any way. It is a total violation of Michael's right to privacy and we believe the publication of the content of these tapes to be a breach of the trust Michael placed in Shmuley. We, the worldwide fan community will not join Shmuley in his betrayal and we will not help him profit from his deception of Michael. Not only will we not buy the book, we also send a clear message to all others who seek to attack the truth, beauty and integrity of Michael's memory. This statement is a declaration of our intent. We, as a community will not support or tolerate any such attacks, but will actively protect Michael's legacy and rights - not only for Michael and his children who survive him, but for all of us who choose to honour what Michael achieved, endured and gave here. He lives whenever and wherever he is remembered. And we choose to remember him with love. "
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
I have rated this product as low as I can although it is fair to say, it is not worthy of any rating. I have to agree strongly with the majority of other critics,
This is a simple ruse to get more money for the author cashing in whilst he can on the death of a true star, why do they always do it. The contents are in part a selfish opinion and somewhat bigoted to say this man claims to be a spiritualist.
It is a breach of trust, even if the author wasn't a fan he ought to have kept his opinions to himself. I doubt very much Michael would have permitted these recordings published as they do little to show the truth of his misaligned persona.
Published conveniently after Michael Jackson's death with a website to boot it is clear what the emphasis is on getting money, no more. Barnes & Noble ought to be ashamed, it deserves to fail spectacularly.
There are other books on offer on Michael Jackson, worthy of your money.
This is a simple ruse to get more money for the author cashing in whilst he can on the death of a true star, why do they always do it. The contents are in part a selfish opinion and somewhat bigoted to say this man claims to be a spiritualist.
It is a breach of trust, even if the author wasn't a fan he ought to have kept his opinions to himself. I doubt very much Michael would have permitted these recordings published as they do little to show the truth of his misaligned persona.
Published conveniently after Michael Jackson's death with a website to boot it is clear what the emphasis is on getting money, no more. Barnes & Noble ought to be ashamed, it deserves to fail spectacularly.
There are other books on offer on Michael Jackson, worthy of your money.
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I do understand the reviews here, in view of the fact the book is a private set of conversations.
I found it a fascinating read, because its what he 'actually' said. Read more
I found it a fascinating read, because its what he 'actually' said. Read more
Published 3 months ago by M. M. Boyne
THE CONVERSATIONS ARE INTERESTING
I honestly wouldn't go as far as to say i recommend this book,because some of it is a little too preachy for my liking. Read more
Published 9 months ago by BAZ316
The Michael Jackson Tapes
I've been a loyal fan of Michael's for over 25 years and so held back on buying this book until now as I think it would of been too raw for me to read sooner. Read more
Published 19 months ago by MJLoyalFan
Unfortunate intimacy
I read the intimate book, clearly very intimate, Michael Jackson bared his Soul to the man of God.
The sad thing about Michael is that he always "cast his pearls before... Read more
The sad thing about Michael is that he always "cast his pearls before... Read more
Published 23 months ago by SindySoulTownBabe
Shmuley Boteach tapes
I have honoured Micheal for 18 years, I refuse to slight his memory with a book from Boteach.
I remember some of the controversey at the time. Read more
I remember some of the controversey at the time. Read more
Published 23 months ago by streetlamp
great insights of a great man!
I'm a huge fan of Michael by myself. And normally I would understand all critics! All the new books of Michael after his death. Ridiculous! But this one is different. Read more
Published on 26 May 2010 by Cathi
Unfair reviews?
Reading through the reviews on this page, I am surprised at the venom shown by readers towards the author of this book. Read more
Published on 15 May 2010 by Tamara
A Tragic Rabbi Reveals his Lack of Integrity
This unholy rabbi has used this book as a platform to revile Michael Jackson. The interviews are OK in that nothing has been said by Michael that, if he were still here, he would... Read more
Published on 10 Mar 2010 by J. Haynes
Do not buy this at all
From what I understand Michael invited this so called friend to his 2001 anniversary concert, but the author refused because Michael was mixing with the wrong sort of people!!! Read more
Published on 9 Mar 2010 by Jane E. Grost
Pure money making trash
This Rabbi was certainly no friend of Michael Jackson who is obviously just trying to make money out of his death.
Pure trash - please don't waste your money.
Pure trash - please don't waste your money.
Published on 18 Jan 2010 by Susie
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