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Miles : The Autobiography by Miles Davis and Quincy Troupe (1990, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherSimon & Schuster
ISBN-100671725823
ISBN-139780671725822
eBay Product ID (ePID)337166
Product Key Features
Book TitleMiles : the Autobiography
Number of Pages448 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicCultural Heritage, Composers & Musicians, General, Ethnic Studies / African American Studies
Publication Year1990
IllustratorYes
FeaturesReprint
GenreSocial Science, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorMiles Davis, Quincy Troupe
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.2 in
Item Weight19.6 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN90-037501
Dewey Edition20
ReviewsSan Francisco Chronicle This is not just any book. As with everything else he has done, Davis's work as writer is likely to raise controversy. The book could well be subtitled "Miles Tells All" for this volume is crammed with juicy gossip about most of the key figures in modern jazz., San Francisco ChronicleThis is not just any book. As with everything else he has done, Davis's work as writer is likely to raise controversy. The book could well be subtitled "Miles Tells All" for this volume is crammed with juicy gossip about most of the key figures in modern jazz., Clive DavisPresident, Arista Records[Miles] was and is the master, and his book is must reading for any student or fan of music.
Dewey Decimal788.9/2165/092 B
Edition DescriptionReprint
SynopsisFor more than forty years Miles Davis has been in the front rank of American music. Universally acclaimed as a musical genius, Miles is one of the most important and influential musicians in the world. The subject of several biographies, now Miles speaks out himself about his extraordinary life.Miles: The Autobiography,like Miles himself, holds nothing back. For the first time Miles talks about his five-year silence. He speaks frankly and openly about his drug problem and how he overcame it. He condemns the racism he has encountered in the music business and in American society generally. And he discusses the women in his life. But above all, Miles talks about music and musicians, including the legends he has played with over the years: Bird, Dizzy, Monk, Trane, Mingus, and many others.The man who has given us some of the most exciting music of the past few decades has now given us a compelling and fascinating autobiography, featuring a concise discography and thirty-two pages of photographs., For more than forty years Miles Davis has been in the front rank of American music. Universally acclaimed as a musical genius, Miles is one of the most important and influential musicians in the world. The subject of several biographies, now Miles speaks out himself about his extraordinary life.Miles: The Autobiography, like Miles himself, holds nothing back. For the first time Miles talks about his five-year silence. He speaks frankly and openly about his drug problem and how he overcame it. He condemns the racism he has encountered in the music business and in American society generally. And he discusses the women in his life. But above all, Miles talks about music and musicians, including the legends he has played with over the years: Bird, Dizzy, Monk, Trane, Mingus, and many others.The man who has given us some of the most exciting music of the past few decades has now given us a compelling and fascinating autobiography, featuring a concise discography and thirty-two pages of photographs.
LC Classification NumberML419.D39A3 1990
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- 06 May, 2020
Used book in very good condition
During the quarantine, I've been reading books about Miles. I find it deepens my appreciation of the music, his genius, and his demons. A friend recommended the autobiography and I am pleased to see the great condition of this book.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Nov, 2019
Miles Davis' view on music
Miles has his strong opinions and willing to share them. And his opinions are almost as strong as his music. An important figure in the Jazz world. He tells it as he sees it.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Nov, 2024
Good Condition only for some small tears...
Good Condition only for some small tears on spine. I bought the book for a friend and it's a great read and Im sure she will enjoy.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Jul, 2019
Great autobiography of Miles Davis.
Reading this book is like having Miles right there telling his story. Well written and edited.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
