Description
Born without social instincts many people take for granted, brought up in a troubled environment and possessed with an extraordinary musical talent, Mike Oldfield was thrust into the spotlight at the tender age of nineteen. His first album Tubular Bells went on to sell fifteen million copies worldwide and catapulted him into a stardom he was ill-equipped to cope with.
From growing up with an alcoholic mother, to his feelings of alienation and struggles with depression, this book takes Mike from his early years, through his staggering fame, his broken marriages, years as a recluse, his rebirth experience at a controversial Exegesis seminar and beyond. Mike Oldfield has been on a journey few of us could ever imagine, and offers a message of hope to anybody who feels they live on the edge of society.
THE STORY OF AN EXTRAORDINARY STAR IN HIS OWN WORDS
About the Author
Mike Oldfield's first album, Tubular Bells, spent a total of 250 weeks at number one in the UK album charts, was used as the theme tune to The Exorcist and won a 1974 Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition. He is one of the most successful recording artists ever.
Reviews
A musical icon * Telegraph *
A record industry legend * The Times *
As one of the most successful recording artists in history, his genius as a musician is beyond question * Daily Mirror *
Book Information
ISBN 9780753513071
Author Mike Oldfield
Format Paperback
Page Count 288
Imprint Virgin Books
Publisher Ebury Publishing
Weight(grams) 197g
Dimensions(mm) 198mm * 126mm * 17mm