The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division,written by his widow. Includes a foreword by Jon Savage and an introduction by Joy Division drummer,Steven Morris.Revered by his peers and idolized by his fans,Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life,Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980.Touching from a Distance documents how,with a wife,child and impending international fame,Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era,Touching from a Distance includes a full set of Curtis's lyrics and a discography and gig list.
Publisher: Faber & FaberISBN: 9780571313600Number of pages: 240Weight: 210 gDimensions: 198 x 130 x 18 mmEdition: Main
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