One of the most prolific and commercially successful artists in modern pop
music, Elton John has won six Grammy Awards, five Brit Awards and sold more than 300 million records during a career spanning over half a century: his "Candle in the Wind 1997" remains the bestselling single of all time. Just in time for his farewell world tour, this lavish, unofficial retrospective commemorates Elton's incredible life and career.

Fully illustrated throughout, it contains more than 235 images, including rare and previously unpublished photographs. The book covers everything from his childhood as a piano prodigy to his early days playing West End gigs and his fortuitous meeting-and subsequent enduring partnership-with lyricist Bernie Taupin; it goes back to the song that started it all, "Your Song," and charts Elton's meteoric rise to stardom, his challenges along the way, and his tireless work for many charities, including the Elton John AIDS Foundation. This is a wonderful photographic keepsake for all Elton John fans.

About the Author

CHRIS ROBERTS has written about music, films, and the arts for everyone from the Guardian to Uncut and currently writes for Classic Rock, Record Collector and The Quietus. He has published books on Beyonce, Lou Reed, Tom Jones, and Abba among many others. His book on pop fandom, Idle Worship, was hailed by the New York Times as "the most original book about rock 'n' roll ever." He lives in London.

Book Information
ISBN 9781786750891
Author Chris Roberts
Format Hardback
Page Count 240
Imprint Palazzo Editions Ltd
Publisher Palazzo Editions Ltd