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A Likely Lad

The candid story of a rock star's tumultuous life

Simon Spence author Peter Doherty author

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group

Published:20th Apr '23

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This memoir reveals the life of Peter Doherty, a musician whose struggles with addiction and fame have shaped his incredible journey. A Likely Lad captures his candid reflections.

In A Likely Lad, Peter Doherty offers a raw and honest memoir that delves deep into his tumultuous life as a musician. Known for his incredible talent, Doherty's journey has often been overshadowed by his struggles with addiction, legal troubles, and a chaotic lifestyle. From drug use to prison time, he recounts the myriad challenges that have shaped him, painting a vivid picture of the rock 'n' roll lifestyle that has become synonymous with his name.

The memoir also serves as a reflection on the highs and lows of his career, particularly since his rise to fame with The Libertines. Doherty's candid storytelling reveals the complexities of his life, including the relationships that have influenced him, such as his bond with co-founder Carl Barât. Readers gain insight into the creative process behind his music, the decadent parties, and the moments of profound self-reflection that have punctuated his existence.

With a mix of humor, warmth, and introspection, A Likely Lad showcases the genuine man behind the fame and infamy. Doherty’s narrative is not just about the rock star lifestyle; it’s a journey of self-discovery and resilience, offering a unique perspective on the music industry and the personal battles that accompany it.

Doherty wasn't just at the heart of that era, he defined it, in ways both good and bad. Who better to capture the excitement but also the bleakness of that period than him? -- Hadley Freeman * Guardian *
Reveals unexpected details . . . Intimate, often salacious * Sunday Times *
Lucid, candid and, ultimately, hopeful * Observer *
Expertly pieced together . . . An extraordinary hymn to indie's own Rimbaud and degenerate noughties London * Mojo *
A defiant and humorous look at one of the most infamous rockers of the 21st century * Far Out Magazine *
[A]n easily digestible page-turner . . . plenty of new stories * i News *
Overloaded with compelling stories - many funny, some haunting * New Statesman *

ISBN: 9781408715451

Dimensions: 196mm x 126mm x 28mm

Weight: 290g

336 pages