{ "item_title" : "George Michael", "item_author" : [" James Gavin "], "item_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 & 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.Through 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 MichaelGavin's engrossing biography of the singer takes the measure of a gifted, tragic, and infuriating man (New York Times Book Review).", "item_img_path" : "https://covers3.booksamillion.com/covers/bam/1/41/976/835/1419768352_b.jpg", "price_data" : { "retail_price" : "20.00", "online_price" : "20.00", "our_price" : "20.00", "club_price" : "20.00", "savings_pct" : "0", "savings_amt" : "0.00", "club_savings_pct" : "0", "club_savings_amt" : "0.00", "discount_pct" : "10", "store_price" : "" } }

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