I, Me, Mine Autobiography Memoir by English Musician George Harrison the Beatles

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I, Me, Mine is an autobiographic memoir by the English musician George Harrison, formerly of The Beatles.
It was first … Read more I, Me, Mine is an autobiographic memoir by the English musician George Harrison, formerly of The Beatles.
It was first published in 1980 as a hand-bound, limited edition book by Genesis Publications, with a mixture of printed text and multi-colour facsimiles of Harrison's handwritten song lyrics.
Title: I, Me, Mine: New Introduction by Olivia Harrison
Publication Date: 2002
Binding: Hardcover
Library former book.
Synopsis:
In conversation with lifelong friend and confidant, Derek Taylor, (George's first-person text is interlarded with Derek's fascinating observations and explanations) George describes his upbringing, his first forays with the band, the hard life on the road before they began to make money, the extraordinary phenomenon of Beatlemania and what it was like to be trapped in the middle of it, his spiritual reawakening in India, his love of fast cars and his passion for gardening. There are 50 archival photographs from his own albums and the lyrics to over 80 of his songs, many in his own hand, accompanied by his uniquely intimate and humorous commentary. Originally published as a limited edition priced at 250 in 1980 and brimming with the wit, warmth and grace that characterised his lyrics and his life, I, ME, MINE is a treasured portrait of George Harrison and his music.
About the Author:
George Harrison (1943-2001) joined the Beatles in 1958 aged 15. He was subsequently a solo artist, producer and member of the Travelling Wilburys as well as producer of such films as Monty Python's Life of Brian. He died aged 58 in November 2001.
I, Me, Mine: New Introduction by Olivia Harrison This book is in very good condition.
Originally published: August 1980
Author: George Harrison
Genre: Memoir

Originally published in 1980 and cherished by fans and collectors, "I, Me, Mine" is the closest the public will come to George Harrison's autobiography. Featuring George Harrison in conversation with Derek Taylor, the Beatles' spokesperson, it touches on everything from early Beatlemania to India and Ravi Shankar to his love of gardening. Includes lyrics to over 80 of his songs and 50 archival photos. 200 photos.


It is "a sly paradox of a title," to quote Derek Taylor, The Beatles spokesperson, "chosen by a man concerned for many years and for many reasons to send his ego packing, a book which tells a story of growing up, not necessarily the hard way, but certainly not the easy way." Featuring George Harrison in conversation with Taylor, it touches on everything from early Beatlemania to India and Ravi Shankar to his love of gardening. The lyrics to over 80 of his songs, many in his own hand, are accompanied by his uniquely intimate and humorous commentary. As well, 50 archival photographs of George with the Beatles and solo capture a journey of creative and spiritual transformation. Brimming with the wit, warmth, and grace that characterized his lyrics and his life, I, Me, Mine is a treasured portrait of George Harrison and his music. See less