This is the only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow. Revered by his peers and idolised by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. But although mesmerising on stage, in his private life he was introverted and had desperate mood swings. In "Touching from a Distance" his widow pieces together why - despite his impending international fame and young family - Curtis took his own life on 18 May 1980. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era, "Touching from a Distance" includes a full set of Curtis' lyrics, discography and gig list.
- ISBN13 9780571239566
- Publish Date 4 October 2007 (first published 1 July 2005)
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 24 May 2013
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Faber & Faber
- Format Paperback
- Pages 240
- Language English