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David Bowie: The Collector
Was Bowie an aloof and unavailable artist, or a 'Starman' who descended to bring good news to the masses…a chameleon?
David The Collector teases out the elements which Bowie used to build his his profound sense of artifice, his ability to tap into the zeitgeist of his times and his gift for gathering ideas and influences from a variety of sources and rearranging them to produce not only new perspectives but also brand-new ideas. Revealed by the testimony of his closest friends and partners we see Bowie with humour, grace and humility – a highly focused Bowie – borrowing and combining ideas from multiple sources and creating new visions.
Praise for this book.
'A gripping read and a must for Bowie fans. Packed with intricate, well-researched and little-known detail on the multi-dimensional swirl around Bowie's creative genius.' Victoria Broackes, co-curator of 'David Bowie is' (V&A)
'There are scores of books about the legend that is David Bowie which investigates his life, body and soul, but this dives deep into the DNA of a polymath, a performer, a poet and a prophet whose story captivated generations and will continue to enchant for those yet to come.' Robin Morgan, Media Director.
David The Collector teases out the elements which Bowie used to build his his profound sense of artifice, his ability to tap into the zeitgeist of his times and his gift for gathering ideas and influences from a variety of sources and rearranging them to produce not only new perspectives but also brand-new ideas. Revealed by the testimony of his closest friends and partners we see Bowie with humour, grace and humility – a highly focused Bowie – borrowing and combining ideas from multiple sources and creating new visions.
Praise for this book.
'A gripping read and a must for Bowie fans. Packed with intricate, well-researched and little-known detail on the multi-dimensional swirl around Bowie's creative genius.' Victoria Broackes, co-curator of 'David Bowie is' (V&A)
'There are scores of books about the legend that is David Bowie which investigates his life, body and soul, but this dives deep into the DNA of a polymath, a performer, a poet and a prophet whose story captivated generations and will continue to enchant for those yet to come.' Robin Morgan, Media Director.
266 pages, Kindle Edition
Published November 21, 2024
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About the author
Nick Smart
20 booksA graduate of the University of Reading, Dr. Nick Smart teaches at the School of Humanities and Performing Arts at the University of Plymouth.
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July 23, 2025
The teeniest bit disappointed as I am a keen reader of the David Bowie Glamour fanzine and found the book to be a bit repetitive in places. However, it remains a fine book about the legend that was Mr Bowie.
December 24, 2024
Tis a pity it was too short !!
Great book , reading it is like drinking your fav beverage !
Great book , reading it is like drinking your fav beverage !
Displaying 1 - 2 of 2 reviews