435 results for 'Beatles'

Ben Baker's Christmas Box: A Collection of 20th Century TV Favourites and Fiascos. Discover the most iconic and enduring British television shows from the past five decades, including children's...

Olivia Hussey's memoir shares the remarkable story of her life and career, from her iconic role as Juliet in Franco Zeffirelli's 1968 film adaptation to her experiences as a Hollywood starlet. Born...

A glimpse into the Swinging Sixties reveals a world of contrasts. Summers were hot, with The Beatles leading the way in music, while Carnaby Street was renowned for its fashion. In this idyllic...

Paul McCartney's life in the years immediately following the Beatles' breakup is a story of transformation and triumph. This first volume of The McCartney Legacy explores the creative and personal...

Taylor Swift: a cultural phenomenon and a worldwide obsession. This book is an intimate look at the life and music of modern pop's most legendary figure, told by leading music journalist Rob...

Billy Hopkins and his wife Laura return home to Manchester in December 1963 after five years abroad. The world has changed significantly since their departure: it's now the swinging sixties, with the...

Walrus: A Story of Conservation and Cultural Significance The walrus has long been an enigmatic figure in popular culture, from Lewis Carroll's poem to the Beatles's music. However, beyond its iconic...

John Lennon's Secret Dreams is a powerful tribute to a man whose vision and creative genius continue to inspire people today. Doreen Rappaport and Bryan Collier present John Lennon's life through a...

The Monkees' story is one of both incredible success and brutal ostracism. Between 1966 and 1967, they sold more records than the Beatles and the Rolling Stones combined, and their TV series raised...

Paul McCartney and Wings: A Turbulent Decade The story of Paul McCartney's post-Beatles years is one of drama and creativity. After forming Wings with his wife Linda, ex-Moody Blues guitarist Denny...

Duck Soup: A Study in Satire and Comedy. The Marx Brothers' 1933 film Duck Soup is widely regarded as their most quintessential comedy. Initially met with critical failure and box-office...

Destruction Was My Beatrice: A History of Dada. In 1916, a group of bohemians gathered at a small cabaret in Zurich, Switzerland, to create something new and provocative. Over the course of four...

The Rolling Stones and Philosophy It's Just a Thought Away By Luke Dick and George A. Reisch The Rolling Stones have become an integral part of our cultural heritage, their music and career spanning...

Boy Bands and the Performance of Pop Masculinity by Georgina Gregory explores the history of boy bands from the Beatles to One Direction, placing them within the broader context of popular music and...

Danny Goldberg's In Search of the Lost Chord is a subjective history of 1967, a pivotal year that saw the release of groundbreaking music, the rise of counterculture, and the tumultuous politics of...

The story of Rickenbacker Guitars is one of innovation and creativity. From its humble beginnings in 1931 with George Beauchamp's invention of the world's first commercially viable electric guitar,...

George Harrison's life was marked by both incredible success and turmoil. As a key member of one of the most influential bands in history, he composed timeless songs like 'Something' and 'Here Comes...

Jimmy Hoffa: The Controversial Life and Disappearance of the Godfather of the Teamsters The life of Jimmy Hoffa, once described as the second most powerful man in America, is a tale of both respect...

Thinking About Tomorrow: Excerpts from the Life of Keith West is a memoir that delves into the life and career of a rock and roll survivor. From his early days inspired by Elvis in the 1950s to his...

In 1970, pop music was in trouble. The Beatles had broken up and Pink Floyd had given up on singles altogether. But help was on its way. In this comprehensive chronicle, music historian Will...

Charles Manson Coming Down Fast: A Chilling Biography by Simon Wells. In the summer of 1969, a series of brutal murders shocked the nation. Seven people were brutally killed, including actress Sharon...

Bent Coppers: The Story of the Man Who Arrested John Lennon, George Harrison and Brian Jones In 1967, London was gripped by an explosion of recreational drugs, fueling a growing hippy culture that...

Dogs 101 Amazing Dog Fun Facts And Trivia For Kids is an engaging and informative book that explores the fascinating world of canine behavior. With over 100 interesting facts and trivia, this fun dog...

The Hofner Violin Bass Guitar is one of the most instantly recognizable instruments ever made. Its fame was cemented in 1961 when a young English guitarist walked into a shop in Hamburg and ordered a...

Bobby Vee's music career began unexpectedly after the tragic loss of Buddy Holly's plane. He answered a call to carry on the Winter Dance Party, a serendipitous start to a highly successful career in...

Norwich in the 1960s: Ten Years That Altered a City The 1960s brought significant changes to Norwich, building on the transformations that had begun in the 1950s. Widespread road improvements and the...

Music A Fold-Out Graphic History by Nicholas O'Neill and Susan Hayes is a richly illustrated timeline of music's history from 60,000 years ago to the present day. Published in partnership with the...

A lively chronicle of 1965, the year that shaped popular music forever. This book explores how friendly rivalry between musicians turned rock into the premier art form of its time, accelerating...

The Sensational Alex Harvey Band On Track Every Album, Every Song by Peter Gallagher Alex Harvey was at the forefront of British rock and roll from its inception. He won a contest to become...

The Devil's Music: How Christians Inspired, Condemned, and Embraced Rock 'n' Roll By Randall J. Stephens Rock music's origins are deeply rooted in the energetic Southern Pentecostal churches where...

Treasures of British History: 50 Key Documents that Shaped the Nation's Story Explore the pivotal moments in English history through 50 key documents, carefully curated by celebrated historians Peter...

The Monkees Matter: Teenagers, Television and American Pop Culture The Monkees' hit television show, which aired from 1966 to 1968, was a groundbreaking comedy series that earned two Emmy Awards. Its...

David Hamilton's Long and Winding Road chronicles his remarkable journey from a remote farm in Sussex, where he dreamt of the bright lights, to a broadcasting career spanning seven decades across the...

The Number Ones: Twenty Chart-Topping Hits That Reveal the History of Pop Music by Tom Breihan. In this fascinating narrative, music critic Tom Breihan explores the history of popular music through...

The Show That Never Ends: The Rise and Fall of Prog Rock By David Weigel National Geographic Books, 2018 This is the story of progressive rock, a genre that dominated the 1970s charts with its...