Where could I buy it from??? (link or smtng like that, except amazon, please)
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Lester: The one I ordered from amazon.uk on the 14th was delivered today in the UK. I saw it via web cam. It's a much bigger book than I expected, but not in a "objects you see in the rear view mirror may appear bigger than they actually are" manner. ;)
Sounds a VERY interesting read. Anyway, having in mind that I haven't read the book yet, I have to congratulate Lester for taking that chance.
We all know it's not easy doing some quality work about Queen and that's probably whay so few books like this one exist.
We all know it's not easy doing some quality work about Queen and that's probably whay so few books like this one exist.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Mr. Scully wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Lester, I will do a bit of promotion on my site, perhaps it will increase the sales ;-)[/QUOTE]
That would be great, Martin :) (Also, I just ran a quick eye through your autographs site... you know, I know A LOT of successful, legless people...)
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]LT_United wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Where could I buy it from??? (link or smtng like that, except amazon, please)[/QUOTE]
Amazon's the only place I can think of, but if you do a quick Google search for the book or my name, you'll get a few results.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]write your letters in the sand wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Lester: The one I ordered from amazon.uk on the 14th was delivered today in the UK. I saw it via web cam. It's a much bigger book than I expected, but not in a "objects you see in the rear view mirror may appear bigger than they actually are" manner. ;)[/QUOTE]
Yeah, writing the thing really made me realize just how damn big it is! I'm using the David Bowie book I have - which runs at 650 pages or so - and just going up to 424 pages, and it really surprises me.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Mustapha_Ibrahim wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Sounds a VERY interesting read. Anyway, having in mind that I haven't read the book yet, I have to congratulate Lester for taking that chance.
We all know it's not easy doing some quality work about Queen and that's probably whay so few books like this one exist.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Mustapha :) I was really surprised at the dearth of books that actually discussed their music -- I mean, Dylan and The Beatles have about 8,000 titles each out there, but not even one about Queen...
That would be great, Martin :) (Also, I just ran a quick eye through your autographs site... you know, I know A LOT of successful, legless people...)
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]LT_United wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Where could I buy it from??? (link or smtng like that, except amazon, please)[/QUOTE]
Amazon's the only place I can think of, but if you do a quick Google search for the book or my name, you'll get a few results.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]write your letters in the sand wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Lester: The one I ordered from amazon.uk on the 14th was delivered today in the UK. I saw it via web cam. It's a much bigger book than I expected, but not in a "objects you see in the rear view mirror may appear bigger than they actually are" manner. ;)[/QUOTE]
Yeah, writing the thing really made me realize just how damn big it is! I'm using the David Bowie book I have - which runs at 650 pages or so - and just going up to 424 pages, and it really surprises me.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Mustapha_Ibrahim wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Sounds a VERY interesting read. Anyway, having in mind that I haven't read the book yet, I have to congratulate Lester for taking that chance.
We all know it's not easy doing some quality work about Queen and that's probably whay so few books like this one exist.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Mustapha :) I was really surprised at the dearth of books that actually discussed their music -- I mean, Dylan and The Beatles have about 8,000 titles each out there, but not even one about Queen...
Congrats Lester!! I don't post much on here anymore but still read most of the threads. After seeing this I had to post and congratulate you. I'm can't wait to get a copy.
Hey Lester!
My copy arrived today - congratulations and thanks a lot man! Though I still need to read it all, at first sight it is indeed something that you can be proud of.
Looks very accurate, complete, thorough and interesting. And, yes, actually something that indeed ADDS something new to all the tons of books that are already out there. MOST especially in the documentation of all the unreleased/unheard songs.
Looks like it is worth all the amount of time you have put in this work.
Hope you are satisfied and proud of it yourself, and it was a worthwhile experience ;-)
Cheers!
Here's to you and your debut as an author!
Jeroen
My copy arrived today - congratulations and thanks a lot man! Though I still need to read it all, at first sight it is indeed something that you can be proud of.
Looks very accurate, complete, thorough and interesting. And, yes, actually something that indeed ADDS something new to all the tons of books that are already out there. MOST especially in the documentation of all the unreleased/unheard songs.
Looks like it is worth all the amount of time you have put in this work.
Hope you are satisfied and proud of it yourself, and it was a worthwhile experience ;-)
Cheers!
Here's to you and your debut as an author!
Jeroen
So this is the book in question then?
http://www.amazon.com/Queen-Complete-Works-Georg-Purvis/dp/190528733X/sr=1-1/qid=1171745270/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/104-0119989-1238365?ie=UTF8&s=books
http://www.amazon.com/Queen-Complete-Works-Georg-Purvis/dp/190528733X/sr=1-1/qid=1171745270/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1/104-0119989-1238365?ie=UTF8&s=books
would i be able to find said book in barnes and nobles? it's about the only book store in my area. (Can't wait to get my hands on it!)
Well after reading up on this book, I must say I'm interested enough to purchase though whether I'll wait for the US release or pick up the import remains to be seen.
Lester, any idea if your book could be available soon here since Amazon don't make shippings to this part of the world?
I actually received my copy of this book a few days ago but have only just got round to reading it. I have to say that judging on the few sections (so far just the albums part) I am finding this an extraordinary good read. There have been some facts I'd no idea about, backed up by some really nice quotes from the various band members themselves.
So far i'd say 8 out of 10 for a great effort.
So far i'd say 8 out of 10 for a great effort.
As I took a few more words to say in another thread, best book of its kind ever done on the subject of Queen. This will become the standard reference on Queen. The research and depth of information is fantastic and the author is very fair and even-handed when offering his opinions - and its very readable, which for a reference book is really saying something. The only complaints I have is that I thought his opinion of The Cross catalogue was too high and he was a little too rough on The Miracle and Jazz albums. Otherwise its just about pitch perfect. It is a herculean work that absolutely lives up to its title and its author deserves every accolade he gets. My congratulations, my compliments, and my thanks, Mr. Lester. The cost of the book was money well spent, and this is coming from someone who knows an awful lot about Queen.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]jeroen wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Hey Lester!
My copy arrived today - congratulations and thanks a lot man! Though I still need to read it all, at first sight it is indeed something that you can be proud of.
Looks very accurate, complete, thorough and interesting. And, yes, actually something that indeed ADDS something new to all the tons of books that are already out there. MOST especially in the documentation of all the unreleased/unheard songs.
Looks like it is worth all the amount of time you have put in this work.
Hope you are satisfied and proud of it yourself, and it was a worthwhile experience ;-)
Cheers!
Here's to you and your debut as an author!
Jeroen[/QUOTE]
Thanks Jeroen -- it was a worthwhile experience indeed, so much so that I've started working on another one (not about Queen)!
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Forever88<h6>Penis? Most Certainly!</h6> wrote: [/QUOTENAME]would i be able to find said book in barnes and nobles? it's about the only book store in my area. (Can't wait to get my hands on it!)[/QUOTE]
Not sure, it's being released in the US in a few months, so when I see it (or if someone else sees it before I do) I'll alert the board.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Alex Solan. wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Lester, any idea if your book could be available soon here since Amazon don't make shippings to this part of the world?[/QUOTE]
No idea.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Michael Allred wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Well after reading up on this book, I must say I'm interested enough to purchase though whether I'll wait for the US release or pick up the import remains to be seen.[/QUOTE]
I'm not sure about the US date. I've been told April 1st, but the UK date was pushed back until February, so I don't know if the US date will be affected or not. If you have the patience, I would wait for the US release -- my friend bought it from the UK Amazon and it cost over $40, mostly because of conversion rates, shipping, etc.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]<font color=red><b>Mr Mercury</b> wrote: [/QUOTENAME]So far it say 8 out of 10 for a great effort. [/QUOTE]
Thanks, that's better than I thought people would give it :)
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Mr Faron Hyte wrote: [/QUOTENAME]As I took a few more words to say in another thread, best book of its kind ever done on the subject of Queen. This will become the standard reference on Queen. The research and depth of information is fantastic and the author is very fair and even-handed when offering his opinions - and its very readable, which for a reference book is really saying something. The only complaints I have is that I thought his opinion of The Cross catalogue was too high and he was a little too rough on The Miracle and Jazz albums. Otherwise its just about pitch perfect. It is a herculean work that absolutely lives up to its title and its author deserves every accolade he gets. My congratulations, my compliments, and my thanks, Mr. Lester. The cost of the book was money well spent, and this is coming from someone who knows an awful lot about Queen.[/QUOTE]
Mr Faron Hyte, I read your review in the other thread, and I thank you immensely for your kind words -- they mean a lot to me. Looking back now, yeah, I might've been a bit too kind to The Cross's catalog (though I believe I gave "Shove It" its right due), and I could've been a bit more fair toward Jazz and The Miracle, so who knows what my opinion will be by the time the second edition comes around ;)
(Also, I wasn't aware you knew an awful lot about Queen... is there anything in my book that I might've missed?)
I am so glad that everyone is generally pleased with the book so far. Of course, you guys were the people I was writing it for, so enjoy it -- you deserve it!
My copy arrived today - congratulations and thanks a lot man! Though I still need to read it all, at first sight it is indeed something that you can be proud of.
Looks very accurate, complete, thorough and interesting. And, yes, actually something that indeed ADDS something new to all the tons of books that are already out there. MOST especially in the documentation of all the unreleased/unheard songs.
Looks like it is worth all the amount of time you have put in this work.
Hope you are satisfied and proud of it yourself, and it was a worthwhile experience ;-)
Cheers!
Here's to you and your debut as an author!
Jeroen[/QUOTE]
Thanks Jeroen -- it was a worthwhile experience indeed, so much so that I've started working on another one (not about Queen)!
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Forever88<h6>Penis? Most Certainly!</h6> wrote: [/QUOTENAME]would i be able to find said book in barnes and nobles? it's about the only book store in my area. (Can't wait to get my hands on it!)[/QUOTE]
Not sure, it's being released in the US in a few months, so when I see it (or if someone else sees it before I do) I'll alert the board.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Alex Solan. wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Lester, any idea if your book could be available soon here since Amazon don't make shippings to this part of the world?[/QUOTE]
No idea.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Michael Allred wrote: [/QUOTENAME]Well after reading up on this book, I must say I'm interested enough to purchase though whether I'll wait for the US release or pick up the import remains to be seen.[/QUOTE]
I'm not sure about the US date. I've been told April 1st, but the UK date was pushed back until February, so I don't know if the US date will be affected or not. If you have the patience, I would wait for the US release -- my friend bought it from the UK Amazon and it cost over $40, mostly because of conversion rates, shipping, etc.
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]<font color=red><b>Mr Mercury</b> wrote: [/QUOTENAME]So far it say 8 out of 10 for a great effort. [/QUOTE]
Thanks, that's better than I thought people would give it :)
[QUOTE][QUOTENAME]Mr Faron Hyte wrote: [/QUOTENAME]As I took a few more words to say in another thread, best book of its kind ever done on the subject of Queen. This will become the standard reference on Queen. The research and depth of information is fantastic and the author is very fair and even-handed when offering his opinions - and its very readable, which for a reference book is really saying something. The only complaints I have is that I thought his opinion of The Cross catalogue was too high and he was a little too rough on The Miracle and Jazz albums. Otherwise its just about pitch perfect. It is a herculean work that absolutely lives up to its title and its author deserves every accolade he gets. My congratulations, my compliments, and my thanks, Mr. Lester. The cost of the book was money well spent, and this is coming from someone who knows an awful lot about Queen.[/QUOTE]
Mr Faron Hyte, I read your review in the other thread, and I thank you immensely for your kind words -- they mean a lot to me. Looking back now, yeah, I might've been a bit too kind to The Cross's catalog (though I believe I gave "Shove It" its right due), and I could've been a bit more fair toward Jazz and The Miracle, so who knows what my opinion will be by the time the second edition comes around ;)
(Also, I wasn't aware you knew an awful lot about Queen... is there anything in my book that I might've missed?)
I am so glad that everyone is generally pleased with the book so far. Of course, you guys were the people I was writing it for, so enjoy it -- you deserve it!
Re: The Cross, Jazz and The Miracle - you are more than entitled to your opinion, sir, whatever it was at the time you wrote about them, and whatever it may be when you write about them again. Those were the only issues remotely approaching a criticism I could offer amid a deluge of praise - and those criticisms were also only *my* opinion, and you know that and 50 cents will get you a cup of coffee ;-)
And I can honestly not suggest a thing I would change or add to what you wrote. There were a few "hmmm ... I'm not sure I knew that" moments, mostly about the pre-Smile era, but the overwhemling reaction I had reading the book was "yes! I remember that anecdote or bit of information" and I think that for me, as someone who has followed the band for a long time and read about as much as there is to read on the subject, the real value of your book is having all those bits of information - whether from TV or radio interviews, print interviews, prior books, web sites, Brian's soapbox, what have you - all collected in one volume, organized in something approaching an encyclopedic manner but never reading like a dry encyclopedia. You straddle that line quite comfortably and its really commendable, as is everything else. I fully appreciate that your book builds and draws upon prior works by different people, as is well noted in your bibliography, but having so much information in one volume instead of scattered in a hundred different places is just terrific.
I really think "Queen - Complete Works" is going to be *the* Queen reference for the next ten years and perhaps beyond. Bravo.
And I can honestly not suggest a thing I would change or add to what you wrote. There were a few "hmmm ... I'm not sure I knew that" moments, mostly about the pre-Smile era, but the overwhemling reaction I had reading the book was "yes! I remember that anecdote or bit of information" and I think that for me, as someone who has followed the band for a long time and read about as much as there is to read on the subject, the real value of your book is having all those bits of information - whether from TV or radio interviews, print interviews, prior books, web sites, Brian's soapbox, what have you - all collected in one volume, organized in something approaching an encyclopedic manner but never reading like a dry encyclopedia. You straddle that line quite comfortably and its really commendable, as is everything else. I fully appreciate that your book builds and draws upon prior works by different people, as is well noted in your bibliography, but having so much information in one volume instead of scattered in a hundred different places is just terrific.
I really think "Queen - Complete Works" is going to be *the* Queen reference for the next ten years and perhaps beyond. Bravo.
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