Illustrated Biographies - Music - Christchurch City Libraries
Music is the food of love, medicine for the soul and the soundtrack to our lives and these illustrated biographies document the lives of some of music's biggest names. There is a synergy between art and music so the graphic novel is the ideal medium to celebrate musicians and their legacies. Learn about the inspiration behind your favourite jams and the rollercoaster experiences of the people behind the music in these intimate and beautifully rendered portraits.
An excellent sensory tribute to the music and career of David Bowie packed with cool, colourful, retro style art- which captures the nuances of his career and style. Though the art provides a great sense of his visual persona, the text is chock…
One of the most iconic musicians who blazed a trail with his electric guitar and psychedelic-inspired lyrics. This is a wonderful homage to Jimi Hendrix, with incredible facts and figures presented as infographics that highlight the real truth of…
Pring presents the story of The Beatles in a way you’ve never seen before with bright and colourful infographics and data visualisations. Starting with the band’s first gig at the Cavern Club, Pring presents witty stories and facts that may surprise…
Putting the reader straight into Dust Bowl America, Nick Hayes uses sepia tones to bring us the story of Woody Guthrie, following the life of the world-famous folk artist from his teenage years through to his life in New York and the writing of…
Something a little different from the standard graphic novel format, but this beautiful book tells the story of the creation of John Lennon’s ‘Imagine’ album, with 80% previously unpublished archive photos and contributions from the people who knew…
Very much an illustrated biography and less of a graphic novel, this book follows the short but impactful career of The Doors with unpredictable front-man, Jim Morrison. Bringing together photos and rare memorabilia like posters and ticket stubs to…
With drawings by Marvel Comics artist, Michael Shelfer, this novel takes us from Elvis’ beginnings in Memphis to his breakthrough into the music industry and beyond. It has an easy-to-read style with great images. Whether you’re an Elvis fan or just…
