Michael: King of Pop

By Publications International and Publications International Ltd.

Book Overview

Michael: King of Pop is a lively and entertaining chronicle of the life and legend of the late entertainer Michael Jackson. Colorful anecdotes, quotations, little-known facts, and stories fill the 320-page hardcover book, written by best-selling author Richard Buskin. Hundreds of photographs pay tribute to each stage of Michael Jackson's life, from his Motown roots with the Jackson 5 to his untimely death in 2009. In addition to the stories and essays on Jackson, these recurring elements throughout the book provide at-a-glance insights. Fact vs. Fiction pages that unveil the stories behind Jackson's family life, the Jackson 5, the song Billie Jean, his personal hyperbaric chamber, his appearance on The Simpsons, and more. The book is organized into these five chapters that explore the different facets of Jackson's legacy: Chapter 1 "Maybe Tomorrow"-- From Steel town to Motown Chapter 2 "Got to Be There"-- The Motown Years (1968-1975) Chapter 3 "Don't Stop 'til You Get Enough"-- Ascending to the Moonwalk Chapter 4 "Man in the Mirror"-- Changing Face, Changing Fortunes Chapter 5 "Gone Too Soon"-- Broken Image, Tragic End Michael: King of Pop makes an impressive gift for any Jackson fan!

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 145081378X
• ISBN13: 9781450813785
• Release Date: September 2017
• Publisher: Publications International, Ltd.
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.88 lbs.
• Dimensions: 6.9" x 1.3" x 6.8"