Synopses & Reviews
John Lennon... as much a part of our world today as he ever was
He touched many lives in his brief forty years, and continues to move and inspire millions more to this day. Now, invited by Yoko Ono, friends, family, and fans from all walks of life including some of the great artists of our day reminisce about Lennon as a visionary and friend, musician and performer, husband and father, activist and jokester.
In their own words and drawings, poems and photos, Lennon's life from his childhood through the Beatles years to the happiness and tragedy of his final days become stunningly vivid.
Intimate glimpses gathered from musicians who knew John, such as Pete Townshend, Sir Elton John, Billy Preston, and Joan Baez; friends and relatives such as producer David Geffen, publicist Elliot Mintz, and cousin Mike Cadwallader; and artists who followed him such as Bono, Alicia Keys, Steve Earle, Jello Biafra, and Carlos Santana.
And, for the first time, renowned photographer Annie Liebovitz presents every frame of the historic last session with John and Yoko.
Memories of John Lennon is a rich and deeply felt appreciation of a truly great man.
Review
“A wonderful book for fans of Lennon.... Highly recommended.” Library Journal
Synopsis
The widow of one of the most influential rockers of all time gathers the fondest memories of John Lennon, from those who knew him best, in time for the 25th anniversary of his assassination.
The concept of Memories of John Lennon is simple, and yet its scope will be tremendous. Yoko Ono, the widow of John Lennon, one of the most influential musicians in the world, will gather from those who knew him best, and from those who have been influenced by him, their memories of this legend. Even in death Lennon and his work continue to inspire people across the world andndash; his albums continue to sell, as do his drawings and books containing conversations with this nowandndash;mythical figure.
Yoko fascinates as well andndash; at 70 she is on the Billboard charts (at #9 in May 2003). She is a controversial figure, always capable of garnering publicity and attention, the love, and wrath, of the most obsessed Lennon fans.
This will be a tremendous eulogy, 25 years after his death, from those people who spent the most time with him in his life. It will bring fans even closer to knowing the man who brought us 'Revolver' and 'Imagine'.
About the Author
Yoko Ono is a musician and multimediaartist. She lives in New York City.