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indust's review against another edition
informative
inspiring
3.5
(I'm gonna be harsh on this review, sorry, but there are a few things I can't just brush off...)
This book was a gift. It was a very easy read about an artist that I've always adored.
Although: Some of the topics are very heavy (TW: substance abuse, rape, mental illness) and they are talked about and brushed off in such a way that makes the writers seem like childish fans who forgive anything. Plus, mentions 9/11 as one of the biggest massacres in History (have you read any History?).
Anywayyyy, I think David Bowie is an amazing artist and I liked reading more about his life.
+ The illustrations are beautiful.
Content Warnings
Minor: Drug abuse and Rape
deadpoesociety's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
mysterious
fast-paced
3.75
Content Warnings
Moderate: Schizophrenia/Psychosis , Suicide, Rape, Suicide attempt, and Drug abuse
mfrisk's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
3.0
I’m not sure exactly how to feel about this read. It markets itself as a blend of fact and fiction but seems to not get into much detail with the less than glowing facts and areas that are a bit more murky.
For example Wanda Nichols, a woman who accused him of rape is brought up and quickly glossed over and dismissed and an additional allegation of him sleeping with an underage fan is not discussed.
I didn’t know about these facts about Bowie prior to this read but I think it’s important for books like this to wrestle with complicated historical figures who may have had immense impact but not always in a completely positive light.
For example Wanda Nichols, a woman who accused him of rape is brought up and quickly glossed over and dismissed and an additional allegation of him sleeping with an underage fan is not discussed.
I didn’t know about these facts about Bowie prior to this read but I think it’s important for books like this to wrestle with complicated historical figures who may have had immense impact but not always in a completely positive light.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Drug abuse, Sexual assault, Drug use, and Alcohol
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