Bono: The biography
By (Author) Laura Jackson
Little, Brown Book Group
Piatkus Books
16th October 2002
United Kingdom
General
Non Fiction
Biography: arts and entertainment
782.42166092
Paperback
240
Width 126mm, Height 202mm, Spine 20mm
300g
Bono is one of rock music's most exceptional figures. For more than two decades he has been the front man for U2, arguably the world's leading band. His powerful stage presence and distinctive voice have captivated the imaginations of thousands of loyal fans. In Bono: The Biography bestselling writer Laura Jackson examines closely the many aspects of this eternally restless singer's life. Drawing on many sources, including those who have know and worked with Bono over the years, this book brings to light the many qualities of this remarkable man. It gives an insight into his life and music, as well as his strong social conscience, his dedication to a variety of humanitarian causes and his passionate commitment to world issues. This fascinating biography provides a detailed portrait of a man who is much more than a rock star. It explores Bono's many contradictions to expose for the first time the vulnerability and strengths, the brilliance and the darkness of the man himself.
Laura Jackson is a highly regarded biographer.