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diggitalot's review
2.0
Nja inte någon större upplevelse direkt men ändå kul att försöka förstå sig på en man med så pass många olika personligheter.
wayfaring_witch's review
4.0
This book had a rhythm and flow to it that worked. It covered a lot of information without giving too many details. I think the authors goal was to capture the spirit of Johnny Cash, and it did. I listened to The Man Called Cash on audiobook, and the reader was perfect. He had a slight southern drawl which helped pull me into Johnny's world.
Recommended for Cash fans. I think the author assumes the reader has a certain understanding of Cash's influence or presence, of which most Americans should. If not, listened to some of his songs and then delve in!
Recommended for Cash fans. I think the author assumes the reader has a certain understanding of Cash's influence or presence, of which most Americans should. If not, listened to some of his songs and then delve in!
davehershey's review
4.0
First book of 2023!
(Does it count if I read half of it in 2022?)
Johnny Cash is frequently my answer to the question, “if you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be?” It’s not just because I love his music; he is an absolutely fascinating person. This story, near the end, exemplifies the genuine nature of Cash:
“That same year, Cash met Bono, who came to Hendersonville during a trip across America with U2 bass player Adam Clayton. When they sat down for a
meal, Cash intoned a long and elaborate grace, thanking God for his wonderful
provisions and asking him to bless the food to their bodies. Then he opened his eyes, winked at Bono, and said, "Sure do miss the drugs though." The demonstration of piety coupled with the admission of weakness endeared Cash to the young Irish musicians. In May 1989 Cash recalled the meeting: "We sat around and played some songs afterwards and then we started writing a song together ["Ellis Island," which was never completed]. We were going to finish it off by fax, but that didn't work out. I hope to go and see him when I get to Dublin."
This biography is not nearly as in-depth and detailed as Robert Hilburn’s. I’d say this one is a bit of a quicker and easier read. It’s also more of a spiritual biography. This one is a must-read for any Cash fan; Hilburn’s is sort of next level.
Overall, 4.5 stars.
(Does it count if I read half of it in 2022?)
Johnny Cash is frequently my answer to the question, “if you could have dinner with anyone, living or dead, who would it be?” It’s not just because I love his music; he is an absolutely fascinating person. This story, near the end, exemplifies the genuine nature of Cash:
“That same year, Cash met Bono, who came to Hendersonville during a trip across America with U2 bass player Adam Clayton. When they sat down for a
meal, Cash intoned a long and elaborate grace, thanking God for his wonderful
provisions and asking him to bless the food to their bodies. Then he opened his eyes, winked at Bono, and said, "Sure do miss the drugs though." The demonstration of piety coupled with the admission of weakness endeared Cash to the young Irish musicians. In May 1989 Cash recalled the meeting: "We sat around and played some songs afterwards and then we started writing a song together ["Ellis Island," which was never completed]. We were going to finish it off by fax, but that didn't work out. I hope to go and see him when I get to Dublin."
This biography is not nearly as in-depth and detailed as Robert Hilburn’s. I’d say this one is a bit of a quicker and easier read. It’s also more of a spiritual biography. This one is a must-read for any Cash fan; Hilburn’s is sort of next level.
Overall, 4.5 stars.
queerandweird's review
4.0
Written by someone very close to him, this is a sentiemental and honest depiction of the iconic musician. I learned more about his brother's death, his battle with drugs, his love of June and his intense religious beliefs.
jgregg42's review
3.0
It was a good book, it seemed like a brief snap shot of such a deep life. I might want to read one of his auto biographies to get a better idea of his journey. It started and finished focusing on his rendition of "Hurt" and how it reflected his own life. It spoke a lot about his deep Christian values and faith after a life of hard living. It gives some interesting history of him being held hostage in Jamaica with his family and being attacked by an ostrich. Most of the information was stuff I could have gotten from Wikipedia though.
bookgirl_71's review against another edition
3.0
I love all things Johnny Cash. However, I'm thinking the audio just didn't work for me.
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