A LOUDER THAN WAR BOOK OF THE YEAR

A unique insight... An excellent companion for both casual and devoted fans of Bowie.

The life of an icon, in his own words.

David Bowie had a unique relationship with the BBC, making more appearances than on any other medium throughout his career. From an anonymous teenager before fame, to a blossoming starlet, a white-hot rock star, and a true elder statesman of pop: the BBC had the inside view of it all.

In this fascinating collection of excerpts from BBC television and radio broadcasts, the story of Bowie's life is told in his own words, through more than 35 appearances spanning over forty years. Each appearance offers an illuminating glimpse into moments of a remarkable career. But when read together, they offer an entirely new perspective on Bowie, a first-person look at the rise of a star.

Compiled and guided by David Bowie expert and BBC journalist, Tom Hagler, Bowie at the BBC is the comprehensive story of an amazing life lived on air.

Pages: 480, Year Published: 1218, Dimensions: 12.8x12.8cm