Synopses & Reviews
From Shania Twain's innocent, tragic, and sometimes controversial roots in timmins, Ontario, to Nashville, Tennessee and the international successes of her best-selling second album, The Woman In Me.
From childhood poverty, the tragic death of her parents, and the controversy surrounding her Ojibwa heritage (Shania is an Ojibwa name meaning "I'm on my way"), to the professional and personal courtship of producer John "Mutt" Lange, Williams presents all facets of Shania Twain's heartwarming success. Twain's 1995 album, The Woman in Me has sold more than 9.5 million copies worldwide, and she has been awarded almost every possible music-industry accolade, including three Canadian Country Music Awards, an American Music Award, a Grammy, and the prestigious title of the World's Best-Selling Country Female Artist. Dallas William's biography is a detailed and revealing account of the life, passion, and determination behind Twain's remarkable Cinderella story. It's all here: her struggles, hopes and dreams -- the awards, the fans, and her imminent world tour. Dallas Williams leaves no stone unturned in this probing study of one of music's most beautiful, exciting, and enigmatic new stars.
Synopsis
Shania Twain's album The Woman in Me sold an unprecedented 12 million copies worldwide and won her the title 'World's Best-Selling Country Female Artist.' She holds three Canadian Country Music Awards, an American Music Award, and a Grammy. Her new album, Come on Over, promises even greater things, and her legions of fans are eagerly awaiting her upcoming tour. You can get the lowdown on Shania, in Shania Twain: On My Way, the first biography of the singing sensation. Dallas Williams tells the compelling story of the hard times, hard knocks, and hard work behind Twain's apparent "overnight" success. From childhood poverty and the tragic death of her parents, to her relationship with producer "Mutt" Lange and their winning recording partnership, Williams covers it all.
This biography features over 16 color and 19 black & white photos, including shots of Shania's childhood home, rare high-school yearbook pictures, and an early appearance at a northern-Ontario resort hotel. Read Shania Twain: On My Way and take a close look at one of music's most beautiful stars.
Description
Includes discography (p. [209]-225) and bibliographical references (p. [227]-232).
About the Author
Dallas Williams was a touring guitarist for several small-time country music acts. He gave up the life of the road to write a novel about his experiences, and has also published poetry and been an editor.