{"product_id":"george-michael","title":"George Michael","description":"The Definitive Portrait of a Pop RevolutionaryBefore the superstars of today claimed their agency, George Michael fought for his.He was the golden boy of the MTV era who became a soulful rebel. From the sun-drenched pop of Wham! to the sophisticated, chart-topping heights of Faith and Older, George Michael didn't just dominate the airwaves-he redefined what it meant to be a global celebrity.This intimate biography from acclaimed music biographer James Gavin explores the man behind the aviators, tracing his journey from a shy North London boy named Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou to a boundary-breaking icon who sold over 100 million albums.Why this story matters now:- The Price of Perfection: A deep dive into his legendary perfectionism and the high-stakes legal battle with Sony that changed the music industry forever.- Identity \u0026amp; Integrity: An honest look at his struggle with fame, his courageous journey toward living authentically as a gay man, and his quiet, unparalleled generosity.- The Musical Legacy: Fresh insights into his songwriting process-how he blended funk, soul, and pop to create a timeless soundscape.\u003cbr\u003eThrough extensive research and interviews, George Michael: A Life captures the dualities of a man who was both a flamboyant showman and a deeply private soul. It is a celebratory, poignant, and essential read for anyone who has ever found solace in his lyrics.\"I want to leave something as a writer...that will survive.\" -George Michael\"Gavin's engrossing biography of the singer takes the measure of a gifted, tragic, and infuriating man\" (New York Times Book Review).","brand":"Abrams \u0026 Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57585989124422,"sku":"9781419768354","price":18.18,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0852\/3081\/3510\/files\/b46f1ecdbc66687f71b332e65c7da6b552af9bdada1d49727b7113a654742b8c.jpg?v=1791878507","url":"https:\/\/www.averdo.com\/products\/george-michael","provider":"Averdo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}