Pavarotti: My World

by Luciano Pavarotti, William Wright

Luciano Pavarotti, the world-famous tenor, tells his story. "I want to tell the people who are interested in me," says Pavarotti in his preface, "about all of the fun and excitement I have had. I have tried to explain how I feel about the things that are important to me and to pass on whatever wisdom I have gained as an artist and as a human being." Black-and-white photographs.

Genres: Music, Biography, Nonfiction, Audiobook, Autobiography, Memoir

345 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1995

Reviews

[Mark Wilder · Rating 3 out of 5]

Seems like he was a nice man (if a bit of a hypochondriac) and an amazing tenor but the book is 'eh' at best. Just not that interesting.

[Luke Koran · Rating 4 out of 5]

Il Maestro, the supreme tenor in the history of modern opera, Luciano Pavarotti, continues his story in a second biography, "Pavarotti: My World", and hits impressive High C after High C throughout. Though I came into this reading without the benefit of reading his first memoir of his childhood and establishment of a legendary career in classical music, anyone will come to appreciate the candor of Pavarotti's stories, successes and failings. And if this book doesn't make your heart ache to (re)hear a Three Tenors performance or listen to the best of Pavarotti's music, then maybe your heart is two sizes too small, if not nonexistent.

[Stephen Hunter · Rating 1 out of 5]

"The acclaimed autobiography" it says on the jacket. But you'd have to be a real devoted fan to read this drivel.
Poorly written, with lots of obvious proof reading errors. Mostly just a stream of boring anecdotes, and repetitive.
A page or 2 devoted to his housekeeper and what that role comprised.
2 whole chapters about 'August in Pesaro' where he says he doesn't do much, so that's full of wonder.
Was relieved when it ended. Bill Bryon's non-book on Shakespeare was my worst book until this one came along.

[Jenny · Rating 4 out of 5]

He is so famous, reading his memoir, is to know more about this man and all the mystery about him.
A great tenor, his life was so rich and interesting. His sincerity and friendly personality, the
passion in music and singing, the steadfast desire to promote opera to the world were so impressive
and admirable.

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this and enjoyed reading about how he came to be an opera singer instead of a soccer star, haha. I enjoyed this book and one day I vow to visit Portofino.

[Cade Curtis · Rating 5 out of 5]

bravissimo

[Chris A · Rating 4 out of 5]

I gave this book four stars because 1. My mother will love it 2. It is an easy read 3. I love anything “opera” and 4. il maestro era un cane arrapato

[Sheri Gill · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book so much, I'm sad to have finished it. I do plan, however, to read it again in the near future.

I've looked into several books on Pavarotti, and many of them just bash him. So, I would hope that any true Pavarotti fan, and anyone who wants to learn a little about Opera, The Tree Tenors, or singers in general, start here. Luciano tells us so much, in such a captivating way. The chapters are short, and all kind of threaded loosely together, so you can read a bit, put it down, read a bit more. (I read it at home to begin, then forced myself to only read it on lunch breaks at work, to really savor it. It's that good.)

Pavarotti shares his love of opera, for certain. He takes his voice very seriously, which alone makes for very interesting stories. Yet, he also shares lots of stories that show you his incredible love of LIFE! It will help you get through your day, to make you smile, to see that life is about enjoying life, not just getting through it, day to day.

If you enjoy biographies,and perhaps do not enjoy opera (yet!) then I suggest you try this book. If you love Luciano Pavarotti, this is a must-have. It's truly a beautiful cover, a super-glossy black and red. If you have the option, buy a new copy and display it on a shelf. Who wouldn't want to smile back at that cover?

[Martyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

I felt like I learned a great deal about Pavarotti from this book, but it wasn't necessarily on the surface. The public face and the likely private behavior of the man seem to be slightly at odds in his anecdotes; I'm not sure if that is a factor of Pavarotti's apparent and broad naiveté or whether this book is a whitewashing of the truth. Since this is only my hunch after reading between the lines I guess I'll never know!

[Christa · Rating 5 out of 5]

An Opera voice teacher I had more than 10 years ago gave this book to me. She and I both shared a love of listening to Pavarotti's wonderful voice. He really brought opera back to life in the 20th century!

[Eve · Rating 5 out of 5]

I had to devour these books about Pavarotti, so I could learn about his character from all angles. He sang some of my all-time favorite arias, including "Nessum Dorma". He introduced me to opera, many of which I enjoy now.

I liked this one better than his first autobiography.

[Sue Kozlowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

Non-fiction. Awesome! Would have loved to see him perform. Sounded like such a family man so I was disappointed when I later heard that he cheated on his wife.

[Paul Pivovarnik · Rating 4 out of 5]

He loved life, music and trying to teach the world to appreciate classical music and opera.

[Adam Gossman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Like talking to a real good friend

[Denise M. · Rating 3 out of 5]

with Luciano Pavarotti