Skywriting by Word of Mouth
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John Lennon wrote "Skywriting by Word of Mouth," an impressive collection of writings and drawings, while Yoko was pregnant with Sean, and always planned to have it published. It was a wish that seemed to end with his assassination in 1980 and the subsequent theft of the manuscript from the Lennons' home in 1982. When it was recovered and first published in 1986, "Skywriting" received immediate critical and popular acclaim. Written in Lennon's extraordinary voice, and lavishly illustrated with his own drawings, the collection reveals his fertile creative spirit up close and in full force. Included in "Skywriting" is "Two Virgins," written when the public learned that John and Yoko were living together as husband and wife, and John's only autobiography. In addition there are notes on his falling in love with Yoko, the breakup of the Beatles, his persecution by the U.S. authorities and his withdrawal from public life. This is a book with John Lennon's spirit on every page -- a spirit the world needs to remember.
"Candid and scathing....It's no wonder Lennon's fans grow more in love with him as time goes by... his great influence on popular music makes him impossible to forget; so does this book ."" --Houston Chronicle"
"Marvelous, delightful reading, and for Lennon fans a must." -- "Publishers Weekly"Candid and scathing...A reflection of its author's creativity and enduring appeal." "--People"
"It is no wonder John Lennon's fans grow more in love with him as time goes by...His great influence on popular music makes him impossible to forget, so does this book." "--Houston Chronicle"
"Marvelous, delightful reading and for John Lennon fans a must." "--Publishers Weekly"
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0060914440
ISBN13:9780060914448
Release Date:May 2010
Publisher:It Books
Length:208 Pages
Weight:0.54 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.1" x 8.0"
Customer Reviews
5 ratings
The ever-original SKYWRITING!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This book really leaves an impression. When I first started reading it, I at once knew that it was completely eclectic. Very different from any other written work. I'd love to review the story, but the plotline literally spirals into totally different ideas every chapter (more frequently than that, actually...). Skywriting is completely lovely, witty, hilarious, and charmingly sarcastic. Puns galore. After you are finished reading it, you'll be completely cheered up, guaranteed! (And I also recommend the drawings. They range from laughter-enducing to beautiful, and the "apple pie bed" one is by far the cutest drawing that I have ever seen of Mr. Lennon's...!)
"You must remember this...A piss is just a piss..."
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Clever. This book is clever (which is little wonder because John Lennon can be criticized for many things but never for his lack of wit). If you are a fan of the great Mr. Lennon, This is a must read. I would venture to say that there are more puns in this book than in any other piece of literature. It truly helps one understand the man behind all the hype - in very much the same way as the John Lennon Anthology does (which, by the way, is priceless). It's a thing of beauty, and as funny and entertaining as they come.
A book full of "Walrus" and "Lucy"-like Lennon-isms.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Anyone who enjoys Edward Lear will love Lennon's book of nonsense. He masterfully crafts the English language to suit his desires and needs, giving the reader a non-sensical trip into his before-his-time mind. Filled with classic Lennon-isms, Skywriting is a must for any fan of John's. There is something new to be seen every time you pick it up!
a multi-faceted delight
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
A scintillating collection of prose which proves Mr. Lennon's very unique and fascinating ability to play with words and the way we read them. Sharply witty, often exploring more abstract techniques of writing, "Skywriting by Word of Mouth" shows that writing is an art for everyone to enjoy and interpret for herself.
John at his wittiest! A Must-Have.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 27 years ago
I love this book, his writings about him and Yoko, the Beatles breakup, Peace, his battle with the US government are very revealing. But the book is a treasure because of the many "Lennonisms", such as:"why did the chicken cross himself""always a bridesmaid, never a couplet""if you can manicure a cat, can you caticure a man?""Maurice finished his donut, tipped over the waitress and headed for the door.""this is my story both humble and truetake is to pieces and mend it with glue"There's so much more, if you love Lennon, you'll love this book.
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