David Bowie Is
Publishing Details
David Bowie Is
By (Author) Victoria Broackes
Edited by Geoffrey Marsh
V & A Publishing
V & A Publishing
2nd December 2025
United Kingdom
Classifications
General
Non Fiction
Biography: arts and entertainment
Popular culture
Fashion and textile design
Physical Properties
336
Width 240mm, Height 310mm
Description
The book traces Bowies career from its beginnings in London, through the breakthroughs of Space Oddity and Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, and on to his impact on the larger international tradition of twentieth-century avant-garde art. It presents a completely new perspective on his creative work and collaborations.
The David Bowie Centre for the Study of Performing Arts at V&A East will allow new generations to explore the artists continuing influence and inspiration, through his recently secured archive of more than 80,000 objects. This book is the perfect introduction to a unique collection
Reviews
a celebration of the musician's iconic individuality...jam packed... * AnaMaria Glavan, Rolling Stone, June 8 2023 *
Author Bio
Victoria Broackes is Director, London Design Biennale, Geoffrey Marsh is former Keeper, Theatre & Performance at the V&A
