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The Beatles: The Authorised Biography

By: Hunter Davies
Narrated by: John Telfer
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There's only one book that ever truly got inside the Beatles, and this is it....

During 1967 and 1968, Hunter Davies spent 18 months with the Beatles at the peak of their powers as they defined a generation and rewrote popular music. As their only-ever authorised biographer, he had unparalleled access - not just to John, Paul, George, and Ringo, but to friends, family, and colleagues. He collected a wealth of intimate and revealing material that makes this the classic Beatles book - the one all other biographers look to. Hunter Davies remained close with the band and as such has had access to more information over the years.

This 40th anniversary edition contains new material which has never been revealed before, from the author's archives and from the Beatles themselves, that will bring new insights to their legend.

©1968, 1985, 2002, 2009 Hunter Davies (P)2014 Audible, Inc. Entertainment & Celebrities Celebrity Biography Thought-Provoking Funny

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Hunter Davies is the guru of Beatles knowledge. The four main characters , the management, the parents and all the wives , plus the promoters and hangers on are to be found here.
The audible performance is top notch - really worth your time.

Everything you ever need to know about the Beatles

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If you’re a fan of the Beatles, read this book. The readers scouse accent is a bit ropey at times but it’s a great story.

A must listen

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This is an excellent audio book recounting The Beatles lves and career as of the late 60s and then subsequently updated. Excellently read.

Excellent Biography of The Beatles

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Interesting to hear all the history, and event's that had happened since. very good narration.

Very interesting and informative

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A positive portrayal of the Beatles from someone with direct experience.
Alot of interesting stories and a vivid picture of thier world.
Clearly the author is fond of them but the Beatles admit to quite alot - crime, drugs, sexist views...
Highlights are the parents and kids who are often quite touching.

loved it

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