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Highlights
- The only in-depth biographical account of the lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow.
- About the Author: Deborah Curtis is the author of Touching from a Distance, her memoir of her late husband, Ian Curtis, lead singer of Joy Division.
- 240 Pages
- Biography + Autobiography, Music
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Book Synopsis
The only in-depth biographical account of the lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow.
Revered by his peers--Bono described his voice as "holy"--and idolized by his fans, musician Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. He was a mesmerizing performer on stage, yet also introverted and prone to mood swings. Enigmatic to the last, Ian Curtis died by his own hand on May 18, 1980. Touching from a Distance describes Curtis's life from his early teenage years to his premature death on the eve of Joy Division's first American music tour. It tells how, with a wife, a child, and impending international fame, he was seduced by the glory of an early grave. What were the reasons for his fascination with death? Were his dark, brooding lyrics an artistic exorcism? In Touching from a Distance, Curtis's widow, Deborah, explains the drama of his life and the tragedy of his death. Includes discography, gig list, and a full set of Curtis's lyrics, some of which appear in print for the first time.Review Quotes
"Fans of both bands will find this memoir revelatory."--Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Deborah Curtis is the author of Touching from a Distance, her memoir of her late husband, Ian Curtis, lead singer of Joy Division.Dimensions (Overall): 7.7 Inches (H) x 4.9 Inches (W) x .8 Inches (D)
Weight: .4 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 240
Genre: Biography + Autobiography
Sub-Genre: Music
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux
Format: Paperback
Author: Deborah Curtis
Language: English
Street Date: March 24, 2014
TCIN: 92387299
UPC: 9780571224814
Item Number (DPCI): 247-35-6571
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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