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4.25 AVERAGE
4.25 AVERAGE
Couldn’t finish…. 5 hours in audio book and it was putting me to sleep.
Just like his concert, you don't want it to end. In fact, I purposefully read this slowly to savor it. I just want him to keep telling me his stories--and I *know* he's got more to tell! His story is difficult to read at times--because you ache for him. Overall, he's optimistic and gives a realistic portrayal of living with mental illness, both in a family member and himself. Don't get me wrong, it doesn't dominate the book in any way but hearing it so vividly from a man with such endless energy is shaking to the core. after I finish up my book club books, I may just go ahead and read it again. ..
slow-paced
reflective
Made even more special as it is read by Springsteen.
hopeful
informative
inspiring
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medium-paced
Would you believe that the man who wrote some of the greatest lyrics of the 20th century is also good at writing prose?
Springsteen presents a compelling and emotive story of his life and career, couching everything in the context of his working-class New Jersey upbringing. Race, class, Catholic guilt, a family history of mental illness; Springsteen bundles these complex themes into a rich and engaging narrative that struck emotional chords of all colours. I don't mind admitting that there were several moments where I was moved to tears. Springsteen's recollection of Clarence Clemons' passing is probably the most powerful example of this.
"Born to Run" is more than just an account of a man's life, it's one of America's greatest songwriters stripping everything down to the studs and accounting for every step that's led him to where he is today. And it's spectacular.
Springsteen presents a compelling and emotive story of his life and career, couching everything in the context of his working-class New Jersey upbringing. Race, class, Catholic guilt, a family history of mental illness; Springsteen bundles these complex themes into a rich and engaging narrative that struck emotional chords of all colours. I don't mind admitting that there were several moments where I was moved to tears. Springsteen's recollection of Clarence Clemons' passing is probably the most powerful example of this.
"Born to Run" is more than just an account of a man's life, it's one of America's greatest songwriters stripping everything down to the studs and accounting for every step that's led him to where he is today. And it's spectacular.
The Boss - beyond awesome! Going to have to read it again accompanied by the albums along the way. I started that at the beginning but dropped off towards the end. Amazingly well written and open. He sees the best in others and reveals it here. Go tell it!
I wonder what he is creating next....
I wonder what he is creating next....
Honestly I probably first started reading this two years ago in fits and starts. The audio book is really good, because who better to narrate Bruce Springsteen’s life than Bruce Springsteen? This time through, it was comforting and interesting, thoughtful and well-written, even as much of the internal conflict falls away with the arrival of massive success. But he’s honest about everything, including struggles with depression, and it’s a compelling read.
The sign of a truly well written book is that, no matter the number of pages, a pang of grief is felt when it ends. This is one of those books for me. I was not a Bruce Springsteen fan and I'm still not sure I'm a fan of his music, but now I'm a fan of him - or at least the way he presents himself. It's such a cliche, but, damn hell, the man is poetic, funny, insightful, and profound. I read or listen to my fair share and this is one of the standouts that I've read this year. Bravo, Boss-pants.
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced