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Imagine a world with no John Lennon.
Born 9 October 1940 in Liverpool, John Lennon was a walking, talking, quote machine. Every time he opened his mouth, genius fell out. To celebrate this simple, glorious truth, The Little Book of John Lennon is here to remind you what a legend sounds like.
From his days down in the dumps as a Liverpudlian scamp to his tenure in the world's greatest beat combo to his post-Beatles bed-ins and living for peace, love and understanding, The Little Book of John Lennon speaks the truth as Lennon himself lived it. Imagine a world with no John Lennon - it's easy if you try. But, why in the world would you want to? This is John Lennon at his best, and in his own words.
'If everyone demanded peace instead of another television set, then there'd be peace.'
John talking about materialism and peace.
As seen on Independent.co.uk, December 8, 2016, by Clarisse Loughrey.
'We live in a world we have to hide to make love, while violence is practiced in broad daylight.'
John talking about the 1970s and the Vietnam War.
As seen on Irish Post, October 2009, by Jack Beresford.
'I've always considered my work one piece and I consider that my work won't be finished until I am dead and buried and I hope that's a long, long time.'
John discussing his legacy while being interviewed on RKO Radio, December 8, 1980 (the day he was murdered).
As seen on Beatles Archive.net, December 21, 2013.
The Little Book of David Bowie is filled with quotations by, and about, one of the most innovative artists in history. A perfect companion for Bowie fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what made Ziggy Stardust so special. From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from David Robert Jones himself, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.
'I don't know where I'm going from here but I promise it won't be boring.'
David Bowie, 1997.
The Little Book of Elvis Presley is a superb collection of quotations by and about the man regarded as one of the most significant cultural icons of the twentieth century. A perfect companion for Elvis fans everywhere, this book of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what made the The King of Rock 'n' Roll so special. From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from Elvis himself, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.
'I figure all any kid needs is hope and the feeling he or she belongs. If I could do or say anything that would give some kid that feeling, I would believe I had contributed something to the world.' Elvis Presley.
The Little Book of Beyonce is filled with quotations by one of the most important pop artists ever. A perfect companion for fans, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what makes Beyonce so popular with her followers - the Beyhive - worldwide. Packed with words of wisdom from Beyonce Knowles-Carter herself, you'll find more than 170 inspiring sound bites inside.
'As soon as I accomplish one thing, I just set a higher goal. That's how I've gotten to where I am.
Beyonce.
The Little Book of the Beatles is a superb book of quotations by, and about, the band that revolutionised popular music the world over. A perfect companion for Beatles fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what made the Fab Four so special. From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from John, Paul, George and Ringo themselves, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.
'I'd like to say thank you on behalf of the group and ourselves, and I hope we passed the audition.'
John Lennon, 1970.
The Little Book of Prince is filled with quotations by one of the most innovative artists in history. A perfect companion for fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what made him so special. Packed with words of wit and wisdom from Prince Rogers Nelson, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring sound bites inside.
'Despite everything, no one can dictate who you are to other people.'
Prince.
The ultimate pick-me-up to save you from the nine-to-five heartbreak blues.
The Little Guide to Dolly Parton is your bible of devastating Dolly-isms. Yes, that's right, the most iconic and acclaimed female country singer in the history of music is so inventive and brilliant with her clever wisecracks and sage advice that popular culture has crowned her with an -ism after her name. No one else is as worthy.
For more than five decades, Dolly has been laying down her own brand of whip-smart wit and wisdom to the world, with many quotes and quips becoming as famous as her lyrical genius, for which she has won too many song writing awards and honours to mention. Stacked to the rafters with more than 150 bite-size bon-mots, one-liners and ripostes – as well profound and sincere observations – The Little Guide to Dolly Parton is your new favourite life companion.
'I never think of myself as a star because, as somebody once said, "A star is nothing but a big ball of gas" – and I don't want to be that.'
Reflecting on stardom during an interview with Billboard, 2014.
'I'm proud of my hillbilly, white trash background. To me that keeps you humble; that keeps you good. And it doesn't matter how hard you try to outrun it – if that's who you are, that's who you are. It'll show up once in a while.'
Discussing her background, during an interview with Southern Living, 2014.
The Little Book of the Rolling Stones is a superb book of quotations by, and about, the greatest rock 'n' roll band in history. A perfect companion for Stones fans everywhere, this collection of bite-sized quips helps capture exactly what has made the band so legendary across more than 50 years in the spotlight. From insightful quotes by fellow artists, collaborators and friends, to words of wit and wisdom from Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, Ronnie Wood and the rest of the band, you'll find more than 170 amusing and inspiring soundbites inside.
'You can't always get what you want, but if you try sometimes, you might find, you get what you need.'
Mick Jagger, 1969.