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A review by thatokiebird
Room Full of Mirrors: A Biography of Jimi Hendrix by Charles R. Cross
4.0
I really enjoyed this biography of Jimi Hendrix, and feel it fully explained his history in a well-rounded way without getting boring at all. Going deep into his history and family which widely helps explain his life and feelings and actions. Before picking up the book I didn't know much about the man himself, besides the legends that surround him and music, and upon finishing the book I feel like I have such a better idea which adds another layer to his music for me.
I kind of wish Charles R. Cross wrote all biographies ever. He has such a way of (seeming to) tell the unadulterated facts, whether they shed a good light or bad light on the subject and I really appreciate that. This is the second book I've read of his, the first of course being [b:Heavier Than Heaven: A Biography of Kurt Cobain|1149440|Heavier Than Heaven A Biography of Kurt Cobain|Charles R. Cross|http://images.gr-assets.com/books/1348289083s/1149440.jpg|1136908], a book I've read more than once as a teenager.
And it's not a super long book, and didn't feel like there was too much fluff like you find with a lot of biographies, so I recommend this read if you'd like a detailed look into the life of this fascinating and talented musician.
I kind of wish Charles R. Cross wrote all biographies ever. He has such a way of (seeming to) tell the unadulterated facts, whether they shed a good light or bad light on the subject and I really appreciate that. This is the second book I've read of his, the first of course being [b:Heavier Than Heaven: A Biography of Kurt Cobain|1149440|Heavier Than Heaven A Biography of Kurt Cobain|Charles R. Cross|http://images.gr-assets.com/books/1348289083s/1149440.jpg|1136908], a book I've read more than once as a teenager.
And it's not a super long book, and didn't feel like there was too much fluff like you find with a lot of biographies, so I recommend this read if you'd like a detailed look into the life of this fascinating and talented musician.