Engelbert - What's In A Name: My Autobiography

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One of the world's best-loved singing stars shares his story The man known simply as 'Enge' by his millions of fans worldwide has sold over 150 million records and is in the Guinness Book of Records for achieving 56 consecutive weeks in the chart with 'Release Me'. From living on the dole and receiving last rites with tuberculosis, to buying a Hollywood palace with a heart-shaped pool and a fleet of fourteen Rolls Royces, Engelbert wears his 'King of Romance' crown so well that horticulturists even named a rose after him. And the love god has certainly lived up to his reputation, indulging in a string of affairs and one-night stands, whilst remaining happily married to his first love Patricia. Forty years on from his early hits 'Enge' is still at the very top, selling out concerts across the world, representing the UK at the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest, and topping the charts in all the major markets. Inspired by the warmth of his millions of affectionate fans and the endless support of his wife, Engelbert shares his incredible life story with openness, humour and astonishing honesty.

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There are many fascinating aspects to this story ... He writes with astonishing candour ... insightful and curiously unsentimental * Ireland on Sunday *
His wife Patricia bravely speaks out for the first time to reveal how she has stood by her man. * Daily Express *
The love god has got plenty to share. * Daily Mirror *

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Engelbert Humperdinck has been a legend in the international music industry for over 40 years. He has sold over 150 million records and his remarkable voice and extraordinary talent has endeared him to millions of fans around the globe. Katie Wright is a highly regarded Los Angeles-based showbusiness writer constantly featured in US Weekly and People magazines.