Bob Marley: A Rebel Life : A Photobiography 1973-1980

by Dennis Morris, Lloyd Bradley (Introduction)

Seventeen years after his death, Bob Marley is still the undisputed king of reggae. In this book, Morris celebrates this great performer who reached past stardom to become a spiritual avatar to millions of people. 150 photos, 50 in color.

Genres: Biography

160 pages, Paperback

First published June 1, 1999

Reviews

[Tana · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book almost 30 years ago, and come back to it every few years. It was my first in depth look at Bob Marley and his life, aside from a VHS biography I had of him. I'm glad this was the book I chose as an introduction to the life of a man whose words have helped shape me. The photographs are a window that allow me to peer just a bit into Marley's fascinating life. I feel like we are friends as I flip through these rare photos. I never get tired of looking at them. Many hold him on a pedestal, but this book keeps him grounded. It shows his imperfections, and his greatness. I could go on and on about this photobiography, but I won't. Have a look for yourself. There has been no one like him on this earth, and I don't know that there will ever be again.