Book description
Moonwalk is the only book about his life that Michael Jackson
ever wrote. It chronicles his humble beginnings in the Midwest, his
early days with the Jackson 5, and his unprecedented solo success.
Giving absolutely unrivalled insight into the King of Pop's life, it
details his songwriting process for hits like Beat It, Rock With
You, Billie Jean, and We Are the World; describes how he
developed his signature dance style, including the Moon Walk; and
opens the door to his very private personal relationships with his
family, including sister Janet, and stars like Diana Ross, Berry
Gordy, Marlon Brando, Quincy Jones, Paul McCartney, and Brooke Shields.
At the time of its original publication in 1988, MOONWALK broke the
fiercely guarded barrier of silence that surrounded Michael Jackson.
Candidly and courageously, Jackson talks openly about his wholly
exceptional career and the crushing isolation of his fame, as well as
the unfair rumors that have surrounded it.
MOONWALK is illustrated with rare photographs from Jackson family
albums and Michael's personal photographic archives, as well as a
drawing done by Michael exclusively for the book. It reveals and
celebrates, as no other book can, the life of this exceptional and
beloved musician.
Michael Joseph Jackson
(August 29, 1958 - June 25, 2009), dubbed the 'King of Pop', was one of
the most commercially successful entertainers of all time. After making
his debut in 1964 as a member of The Jackson 5, he started a solo career
in 1971. His 1982 album
Thriller
remains the best-selling album of all time. His other achievements
feature multiple
Guinness World Records
- including the 'Most Successful Entertainer of All Time' - 13 Grammy
Awards, 13 number one singles, and estimated sales of over 750 million
records. Jackson died at the age of 50 on June 25, 2009, in Los Angeles,
California after suffering from cardiac arrest. His memorial service was
broadcast live around the world.
