The Many Lives of Elton John

by Susan Crimp, Patricia Burstein

A probing biography of the unlikely superstar looks beyond Elton John's flamboyant costumes to focus on his stormy relationship with his father, and his battles with alcoholism and overeating

Genres: Biography, Nonfiction, Music

310 pages, Hardcover

First published March 1, 1992

Reviews

[Lisa the Tech · Rating 2 out of 5]

According to my diary entry from 1995, it lacked 'that certain something' that makes biographies great.

[Brenda Stahl · Rating 3 out of 5]

I give this a very mediocre 3 stars. It was only 80’s to 90’s and did not probe well into his life. Hopefully a more joyful and insightful biop will be available soon!! This book did discuss Tiny Dancer (a personal favorite) as well as Benny and the Jets - and the determinants on each lyrical quest. Read, but don’t expect to be wow’ed.

[Craig Kelley · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lot of details in the life of EJ in the early 70s through the 80s.