Surrender [Hardcover] By Bono & Friends Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing By Matthew Perry 2 Books Collection Set

by Bono

Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Surrender [Hardcover]Friends Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing Surrender [Hardcover] By Bono & Friends Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing By Matthew Perry 2 Books Collection Surrender [Hardcover]:When I started to write this book I was hoping to draw in detail what I'd previously only sketched in songs. The people, places, and possibilities in my life. Surrender is a word freighted with meaning for me. Growing up in Ireland in the seventies with my fists up (musically speaking), it was not a natural concept. A word I only circled until I gathered my thoughts for the book. I am still grappling with this most humbling of commands. In the band, in my marriage, in my faith, in my life as an activist. Surrender is the story of one pilgrim's lack of progress ... With a fair amount of fun along the way Friends Lovers and the Big Terrible So begins the riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, taking us along on his journey from childhood ambition to fame to addiction and recovery in the aftermath of a life-threatening health scare. Before the frequent hospital visits and stints in rehab, there was five-year-old Matthew, who travelled from Montreal to Los Angeles, shuffling between his separated parents; fourteen-year-old Matthew, who was a nationally ranked tennis star in Canada; twenty-four-year-old Matthew, who nabbed a coveted role as a lead cast member on the talked-about pilot then called Friends Like Us.

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About the author

Paul David Hewson, also known by his stage name Bono, is the main vocalist of the Irish rock band U2. Bono was born and raised in Dublin, Ireland, and attended Mount Temple Comprehensive School where he met his wife, Ali Hewson, and the future members of U2. Since that time he has been referred to as Bono, his stage and nickname, by his family and fellow band members. Bono writes almost all U2 lyrics, often using political, social and religious themes. During their early years, Bono's lyrics contributed to U2's rebellious tone. As the band matured, his lyrics became inspired more by personal experiences with members of U2.
Among his non-U2 endeavors, he has collaborated and recorded with numerous artists, sits on the board of Elevation Partners and has refurbished and now owns a hotel with fellow band member, The Edge. Bono is also widely known for his activism concerning Africa, for which he co-founded DATA. He has organized and played in several benefit concerts and has met with influential politicians. He is the co-founder of EDUN, the ONE Campaign and Product Red. Bono has been praised and criticized for his activism and involvement with U2. Bono has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize, was granted an honorary knighthood by the United Kingdom, and was named as a Person of the Year by Time, among many other awards and nominations.

Reviews

[Paul Duncan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Bono knows how to sing but not how to write. His self conscious ponderings on his humble place in this strange world read like a series of school essays, the teacher having asked the class to discuss ‘pride’ or ‘success’. And way too many references to St. Paul.

[Ruth Cooper · Rating 5 out of 5]

I have read this work in January and I just finished listening to it in February. I cannot convey how much this book meant to me and how high it is on my “Life Favorites” list. This work is like the most joyous feast you could ever eat from and though there are tough moments or things readers might disagree on, Bono navigates it all with such lyrical grace. I can confess I cried twice reading this novel and that’s not my M.O. aka his story and life are simply wonderful. Seriously, read and listen to it! Whether you’re a U2 fan like me or like a good memoir, this is one of the best for sure.

[Nuria]

mha agradat moltíssim... però sobre tot quan parlava de la vida i de la música. tota la part d'activisme mha semblat potser massa narcissista. vaig veure que el van entrevistar al programa de joe rogen (tela) i hi ha un comentari que diu: quina és la diferència entre déu i bono? que déu no va pel carrer dient que és bono... i crec que resumeix bastant! tot i això mha encantat!! <3

[Alan Marr · Rating 4 out of 5]

I don't think one can write a memoir without a bit of namedropping. This book has heaps of dropped names but it was still inspiring. Bono showed a great capacity to reflect upon his life a superstar, son band member husband father and follower of Jesus. I enjoyed the read.

[Cristian Nani · Rating 5 out of 5]

Honestly I’m surprised by this book: it is a journey not just in the music and life of U2 but also in the spiritual transformation of this band and Bono. Well done, Paul!

[Michelle Meyer · Rating 3 out of 5]

It’s good. A bit long at times and a bit name droppy, but good. It’s interesting to learn a bit more about his contributions to world health and AIDS care. It’s like a personal documentation of accomplishments, almost a check list of whats been done.

I give great kiddos for not making it about the band or their personal lives. It’s all very well with describing what has happened without being a tell all type.

It was interesting. Overall good

[Nila Novotny · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a biography of Bono. Somewhat interesting, but a lot of name dropping. I'll give him credit for being an activist - against poverty, AIDS, Ireland civil war, etc, etc. He used his star power to promote worthy causes.

[Bev · Rating 2 out of 5]

Gave up on this book

[Jeremy · Rating 3 out of 5]

Some very interesting parts. And a good way to navigate. Would have been better with two books, one focussed on the music side (which I would read) and one on the activism side.

[Dan · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.75 / 5. I don't really care one way or the other about U2 or their music but this is actually pretty interesting and worth the time.

[Tom Trondson · Rating 5 out of 5]

It's really a long song to his wife. The songs from Actung Baby, especially, made me realize what a great songwriter Bono turned out to be.

[Ben Stricker · Rating 2 out of 5]

This feels like a book for fans, not common readers. The stories jump around, often without context. Would have been better if it was written like an autobiography.