The Words and Music of George Harrison

This book offers a comprehensive assessment of the music of George Harrison, revealing him as one of the most gifted and authentic singer-songwriters of his generation.

The Words and Music of George Harrison is an in-depth appreciation of this often underappreciated musician, following Harrison's development as a singer-songwriter from his earliest songs with The Beatles through his final album, Brainwashed, released after his 2001 death from brain cancer.

The Words and Music of George Harrison sheds new light on Harrison's 40-year career, examining his music output in the context of the enormous personal and professional changes he underwent, from the early days in Liverpool and the global explosion of Beatlemania through a solo career marked by spiritual concerns, political activism, and high-profile collaborations. As the book shows, at every stage, George Harrison's songs posed questions, provided commentaries, and looked for solutions, with results that add up to a remarkable music legacy.

Author: Ian Inglis
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
Published: 03/31/2010
Pages: 208
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 9.30h x 6.40w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780313375323

Review Citation(s):
Choice 10/01/2010
Reference and Research Bk News 08/01/2010 pg. 219

About the Author

Ian Inglis is reader in popular music studies at Northumbria University, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.