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The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow.

Revered by his peers and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980.

Touching from a Distance documents how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era, Touching from a Distance includes a full set of Curtis's lyrics and a discography and gig list.

Touching from a Distance Ian Curtis Joy Division

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      Publisher: Faber & Faber
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 2/17/2005
      ISBN13: 9780571224814, 978-0571224814
      ISBN10: 0571224814
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      The only in-depth biographical account of the legendary lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow.

      Revered by his peers and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerizing on stage but introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis died by his own hand on 18 May 1980.

      Touching from a Distance documents how, with a wife, child and impending international fame, Curtis was seduced by the glory of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the essential icon of the post-punk era, Touching from a Distance includes a full set of Curtis's lyrics and a discography and gig list.

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