About this book
Bono is a passionate, articulate celebrity who has transcended his role as international rock star and become an effective political activist. This book provides insights into his life story and contributions to both popular culture and politics. Bono: A Biography takes a broad look at the pop star's life from his birth until the present day while also examining in depth the major events throughout his life. It covers Bono's accomplishments as part of U2 and also provides great detail about this complex celebrity figure's achievements outside of his involvement with his band—for example, his activities as a major spokesperson on issues of debt relief and poverty. This book will be appreciated by general readers as well as high school students with an interest in pop culture and politics. Authored by a writer who has been a fan of U2 and Bono since his youth, this book cites a variety of sources to present an engaging and comprehensive portrait of this passionate musician's contributions to popular music and his ongoing commitment to issues of social justice.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- BONO
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- Title
- Copyright
- Dedication
- CONTENTS
- Series Foreword
- Introduction
- Timeline: Events in the Life of Bono
- Chapter 1 Boyhood: Origins and Early Days in Dublin
- Chapter 2 Twilight: Wide Awake
- Chapter 3 Like a Star: Reaching Higher (1980–1983)
- Chapter 4 Two Hearts: Marriage and International Fame (1984–1987)
- Chapter 5 Blown by the Wind: Off Course (1988–1991)
- Chapter 6 Better by Design: Back on Track (1992–1995)
- Chapter 7 Staring at the Sun: Catching Up (1996–2000)
- Chapter 8 Goodness in Everything: Back to Basics (2001–2005)
- Chapter 9 The Songs Are in Your Eyes: Midlife Groove (2006–2009)
- Chapter 10 Ascent: New Prospects (2010 and Beyond)
- Appendix 1 U2’s Studio Albums
- Appendix 2 U2’s Number 1 Singles
- Appendix 3 U2’s Videos
- Appendix 4 Bono’s Awards
- Appendix 5 U2’s Awards
- Further Reading
- Index
- About the Author
