{"title":"Morrissey","description":"\u003cp\u003eMorrissey, famously known as the iconic frontman of the seminal band The Smiths, is a celebrated figure in both the worlds of music and literature. His transition from songwriting to authoring books demonstrates a profound ability to transform lived experiences into compelling narratives. For those who wish to delve into the enigmatic life of this influential musician, his \u003cem\u003eAutobiography\u003c\/em\u003e offers an unfiltered glimpse into his journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClassified under Biography \u0026amp; Memoir, Morrissey's \u003cem\u003eAutobiography\u003c\/em\u003e is a candid and evocative account that traces his ascent from a working-class upbringing in Manchester to his pivotal role in shaping music history. Known for his sharp wit and articulate insights, Morrissey infuses his writing with the same distinctive voice that defines his lyrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are a long-time fan of The Smiths or new to his literary work, exploring Morrissey's collection promises an enlightening experience about an artist whose influence spans generations. Discover the richly detailed life of Morrissey and gain a deeper understanding of the man behind the music.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"autobiography-by-morrissey-9780141394817","title":"Autobiography","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteven Patrick Morrissey was born in Manchester on May 22nd 1959. Singer-songwriter and co-founder of The Smiths (1982-1987), Morrissey has been a solo artist for twenty-six years, during which time he has had three number 1 albums in England in three different decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAchieving eleven Top 10 albums (plus nine with The Smiths), his songs have been recorded by David Bowie, Nancy Sinatra, Marianne Faithfull, Chrissie Hynde, Thelma Houston, My Chemical Romance, Christy Moore, amongst others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn animal protectionist, in 2006 Morrissey was voted the second greatest living British icon by viewers of the BBC, losing out to Sir David Attenborough. In 2007 Morrissey was voted the greatest northern male, past or present, in a nationwide newspaper poll. In 2012, Morrissey was awarded the Keys to the City of Tel-Aviv.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been said, \"Most pop stars have to be dead before they reach the iconic status that Morrissey has reached in his lifetime.\" \u003cem\u003eAutobiography\u003c\/em\u003e covers Morrissey's life from his birth until the present day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46249854599404,"sku":"9780141394817","price":26.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9780141394817.jpg?v=1741521119"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.pro\/collections\/morrissey.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}