Curtis, Deborah
Touching from a Distance: Ian Curtis & Joy Division
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571224814
- author:
- Curtis, Deborah
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 240
- Dimensions:
- 128mm X 198mm
- Genre:
- Biography: film, television & music
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Ian Curtis and Joy Division: A Life of Artistic Genius Ian Curtis, the enigmatic lead singer of Joy Division, left behind a legacy of artistic genius that continues to captivate audiences today. This deeply personal and introspective biography, written by his widow, Deborah, explores Curtis's life from his early teenage years to his premature death on the eve of the band's first American music tour. Through a nuanced and thoughtful examination of Curtis's life, Deborah Curtis sheds light on the complexities and contradictions that defined his character. From his struggles with mental health and his fascination with death, to his passion for music and his relationships with those closest to him, this book offers a rich and nuanced portrait of a man who remains both deeply human and profoundly mysterious. The book includes a comprehensive discography, gig list, and full set of Curtis's lyrics, many of which appear in print for the first time. With Touching from a Distance, readers gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the music, and the enduring legacy of Joy Division's innovative and influential sound.
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