The most intimate and appreciative biography of the mega rock band U2 to date—by the author to whom the band gave complete access.
When U2 took the stage for their three-year Zoo TV world tour in 1991, Bill Flanagan was there—in the bus, on the plane, in the recording studio and well after hours with the biggest rock band in the world. A tour that began to support the hugely successful Achtung Baby record and ended with a second, even more successful record, Zooropa, took U2 to the far reaches of the world, playing to over a hundred sold-out arenas in over forty cities.
U2 At The End Of The World takes you on the world tour and drops you off at the cultural intersection where rock stars meet politicians; where writers, directors, and models all wind up backstage with U2. You're there when the band meets Bill Clinton in a Chicago hotel room; when Salman Rushdie comes out of hiding to join the band onstage at Wembley Arena in London; when Frank Sinatra and Bono record their famous duet, "I've Got You Under My Skin." And finally, when the band performs their last Zoo TV concert in Tokyo in 1993 and nearly collapses from physical and mental exhaustion, you are there with them waiting for the end of the world. Augmented with sleek photos by renowned photographer Anton Corbijn, U2 At The End Of The World is the most definitive book on the band to date.
In the most intimate and appreciative biography of the mega rock band U2 to date, Bill Flanagan gets inside and writes about Bono, Edge, Larry Mullen, Jr., and Adam Clayton, as they've never been written about before. This definitive bio is augmented with sleek photos by renowned photographer Anton Corbijn.
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Posted February 25, 2005
It was not boring for a single moment! It informs you, while lifting your spirt. You feel like you're with the band for everymoment. I couldn't tear myself away from it! Very insightful, interesting and just all around fantastic.
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Posted July 17, 2002
It was a great book that I would recommend to any U2 fan. I really enjoyed the author's perspective on the madness of being U2. The chapter headings intrigued you to read more.
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Posted January 28, 2002
I've been a U2 fan since 1980, so I may be a bit jaded in their favor, but this is an excellent book. I highly recommend it to dedidated (especially long-time) fans. But it's also good for people who just want to read a quality and emotionally touching book. Of course, I also liked Rattle & Hum, which puts me in the minority. Anyway, as an avid reader of many topics, I'm proud to say Bill Flannigan's 'U2 At the End of the World' definitely ranks in my top 10.
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Posted March 13, 2002
This was definately a very interesting book for anyone, U2 fan or not. It was hard to put it down once I got started. These 5 men are such hard workers it helps you appreciate what they go through to give us, the fans, quality work. Boy's you're awsome. U2 ROCKS!!!!!!!!!
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Posted August 25, 2001
This is the best book I've ever read in my entire life. Bill Flanagan did a GREAT job writing it. I do recommend it to everybody, fans or not fans... I am a die-hard fan and I tell you, if you want to know more about U2 (whatever aspect you want), you've got to read this book! You get a feeling that you're not just reading it, but actually you're part of it. I could say more but I prefer you to buy it and read it yourself...
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Posted July 27, 2001
If you want to get up close and personal with the best band that ever lived, this book will take you into their lives and on the road. Bill Flannigan does an amazing job of chronicling their journey during the tour. Lucky lucky guy. I'd love to be in his shoes!!!
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Posted April 27, 2000
Bill has given us the deepest insight I have ever encountered with U2. I could see what was happening. I was touched by the intimacy of the bandmates; the tight inner circle that is generally off limits to public eyes. I felt the joy...and sometimes nuisence...of their comradary. I laughed when they laughed. I felt tipsy after the long nights in the pub; agonized over the early mornings that followed. I sympathized with them in the bad times, and felt their losses. I felt the pain of disaster, and the exhileration of triumph. This is a must for all dedicated U2 followers. Thanks Bill!
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Posted March 22, 2000
I was so happy to find this book. It gives an in-depth account of travelling and being around U2. Really informative. I highly reccomend it.
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Overview
The most intimate and appreciative biography of the mega rock band U2 to date—by the author to whom the band gave complete access.
When U2 took the stage for their three-year Zoo TV world tour in 1991, Bill Flanagan was there—in the bus, on the plane, in the recording studio and well after hours with the biggest rock band in the world. A tour that began to support the hugely successful ...