On December 8, 1980 the world lost one of history’s most beloved singer/songwriters when John Lennon was shot to death in front of his Dakota apartment building in New York City. Today marks the 30th anniversary of Lennon’s death and admirers of all ages around the world will reflect on music, writing, drawings, and political action the former Beatles member contributed to society.
A new book from Krause Publications, John Lennon: Life Is What Happens by John M. Borack celebrates the life and times of one of the most influential musicians in pop music history. This fascinating read features rare images of Lennon juxtaposed by the myriad pop-culture memorabilia created from the height of Beatlemania into the late 1970s and the Plastic Ono Band. Chronicling his musical career, the book includes hundreds of classic photographs, dozens of quotes by and about Lennon, and personal reminiscences from fans and celebrities recalling Lennon’s impact on their lives.
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