Freddie mercury book by peter freestone thriftbooks. Exclusive sale of the first copies of the new book by peter freestone freddie mercurys royal recipes and autograph session september 5, 2016 in montreux. The book arrived on the 2nd of august and i just finished reading it. He talks about how freddie impacted his life and how much he misses him. Per the queen biopic bohemian rhapsody, it comes down to two people. An intimate account of freddie mercury s life by the man who was his personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. Mercury and me by jim hutton is good but has upset some because of the level ofmore freddie mercury by peter freestone is excellent, probably my favorite.
In that time, peter found himself in the midst of many interesting scenarios, many of which are chronicled in his book. This is a very good and very interesting book to read for all freddie mercury s fans. Freddie mercury, the untold story tv movie 2000 imdb. Love me like theres no tomorrow is a song by freddie mercury, released in 1985 as the. Peter phoebe freestone answers questions from fans as well as posting personal memories and photos from his many years as freddie s personal assistant. Peter freestone was freddie mercury s personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. Buy a cheap copy of freddie mercury book by peter freestone. I didnt read the first book about the 14 years peter freestone worked for freddie. On 24 november 1997, a monodrama about freddie mercurys life, titled mercury. He also became known for his flamboyant stage persona and fouroctave vocal range. This is the second of peter freestone s books written in 2004. The great pretender documentary bohemian rhapsody film. David evans is the author of several books including a tribute book of interviews with friends and colleagues of his friend freddie mercury.
The afterlife and times of a rock god play freddie mercury. Free shipping freddie mercury book in french by peter freestone. Peter freestone was freddie mercury s personal assistant from 1979 until freddie s death in 1991. According to his longtime assistant peter freestone, if freddie had his way, he would. You might get more info about freddies past with this one.
Conversations with freddie mercury download ebook pdf. New book about freddie mercury reveals the queen frontman. Freddie mercurys close friend and personal assistant peter freestone talks to me about his friendship with freddie, about mary austin and was. Freddie mercury facts, bio, family, life, info sticky facts. Freddie mercury by peter freestone, david evans waterstones. Freddie mercury by peter freestone with david evans isbn 0 7119 7801 8 in my opinion its the best book about freddie. Queen live in argentina 1981 full concert duration.
Buy freddie mercury by peter freestone, david evans from waterstones today. It presents mercury in the moments just after his death, during which he is confronted with selfexamination as he seeks redemption before a god unimpressed by his celebrity. Written by peter freestone, a person who knew freddie mercury very well, as he was involved with freddie mercury on a daytoday basis for twelve years, as a personal assistant. This is the second of peter freestones books written in 2004. Click and collect from your local waterstones or get free uk delivery on orders over. I think the afterlife is a great book for fans of freddie. Nov 18, 2016 excerpt from chapter 17 of somebody to love. Dec 07, 2018 freddie mercury s pa, peter freestone, talks about bohemian rhapsody the movie duration. Regarded as one of the greatest lead singers in the history of rock music, he was known for his flamboyant stage persona and four octave vocal range. A widelyacclaimed, celebrity studded account of the. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that. The life, death and legacy of freddie mercury by matt.
Swiss souvenirs, freddie mercury items, gift shop in montreux. Peter freestone interview the real freddie mercury. In contrast to jim huttons book written in the main about the author himself, this one is about freddie about his habits, tastes, and, of. The afterlife and times of a rock god, opened in new york city. Freddie mercury by peter freestone, 9780953334117, available at book depository with free delivery. Mister mercury by peter freestone with david evans isbn 0 9533341 0 4 freddie mercury by peter freestone with david evans isbn 0 7119 7801 8 in my opinion its the best book about freddie. Freddie mercury an intimate memoir by the man who knew him best author peter freestone, david evans isbn. The final part of the story of freddie mercury, one of rock n rolls most unforgettable and most talented creative forces. Freddie mercury by peter freestone, 9780953334117, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide.
We have new and used copies available, in 1 editions starting at. In reading this book, it was clear that peter freestone cared a great deal about freddie mercury and it was good to see that freddie had such a friend in his final. The story of what happened after the death of freddie mercury by david evans, peter. Nov 01, 2018 he also wrote a book about their relationship, simply titled mercury and me. The bizarre story of freddie mercury s life and death by the man who was his personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life.
Were john deacon and freddie mercury close friends. Hutton died on january 1, 2010, after a long battle with cancer. He was born, he changed the world, and then he died. Dec 08, 2000 directed by rudi dolezal, hannes rossacher. Freddie was kind of like jesus in regard to his lifes accounts. Smartselltm the new way to sell online we wont be beaten by anyone. The story of what happened after the death of freddie mercury by david evans, peter due to covid19, orders may be delayed. Author peter freestone was freddie mercurys personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. The whole world knew the musical genius, the master of the stage. Best friend, personal assist and biographer of freddie mercury. This is the most intimate account of mercury s life ever written. Mister mercury written by peter freestone with david evans peter freestone worked for queen for three years before becoming freddie mercurys personal assistant in 1982.
Ben klenke freddie mercury by peter freestone is excellent, probably my favorite. Peter freestone and david evans tie up many loose ends and recall. Freddie mercury by peter freestone, peter freestone. Freddie mercury, peter freestone david evans shop online. David evans the final part of the story of freddie mercury, one of rock n rolls most unforgettable and most talented creative forces. Peter probably knew freddie better than anyone except mary austin and jim hutton, then again no one really knew him. My wife and i watched together, and before long, i was talking to freddie.
Freddie mercury is back in the headlines this month with a new and revealing book, somebody to love. My wife and i watched together, and before long, i. The afterlife by peter freestone, david evans online at alibris. Freddie mercury of the celebrated band queen was an extravagant individual who loved flamboyance in food as much as in music and fashion.
He lived with mercury in london, munich, and new york, and was with him when he died. This book has plenty of very interesting information about fms life that one. Author peter freestone was freddie mercury s personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. An intimate account of freddie mercurys life by the man who was his personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. Freddie mercury by freestone, peter 2001 paperback. With freddie mercury, jer bulsara, kashmira cooke, mary austin.
Evans, david and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. The afterlife and times of a rock god is a monodrama written by charles messina about the life and death of queen lead singer freddie mercury. Bits and pieces of freddie s impact realized after his death, the tributes, etc. Click download or read online button to get conversations with freddie mercury book now. Nov 23, 2016 in reading this book, it was clear that peter freestone cared a great deal about freddie mercury and it was good to see that freddie had such a friend in his final years. Just ahead of what wouldve been queen frontman freddie mercurys 70th birthday on november 24, weldon owen is publishing somebody to love. If you want a decent queen book buy mark blake or mark hayward, they are worth the money. I would start with freddie mercury by peter freestone who was freddies personal assistant. Oct 01, 2001 the book arrived on the 2nd of august and i just finished reading it. This is a very good and very interesting book to read for all freddie mercurys fans. Having dispensed with trident, queen appointed a new manager, john reid, who. But the book was horribly written, or perhaps needed a better editor. Therefore, i feel many queen fans are left to speculate regarding any aspect about him. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
This biography of freddie mercury is written by the man who was his personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. A revealing, intimate look at the man who would be queen. It reveals the truth behind the scandalous rumours and describes the part played in mercurys life by such famous names as elton john, kenny everett and elizabeth taylor. Freddie mercury facts, bio, family, life, info sticky.
This is the most intimate account of freddie mercurys life ever written, by an author who was freddies chief cook and bottle washer, waiter. In reading this book, it was clear that peter freestone cared a great deal about freddie mercury and it was good to see that freddie had such a friend in his final years. You get the good and the bad, just like freddie wanted. The book is a unique work full of favourite dishes, accompanied by photographs, and also a variety of short stories and memories of peter freestone cooking for freddie mercury. The nook book ebook of the freddie mercury what he left behind.
He lived with mercury in london, munich and new york, and was with him when he died. Peter freestone we really appreciate the direct support. The bizarre story of freddie mercurys life and death by the man who was his personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. Peter freestone and david evans tie up many loose ends and recall freddie s last days in 1991 and recount details of the events which followed queens lead singers death involving the people and places freddie loved and favoured. Swiss souvenirs, freddie mercury items, gift shop in. Opposite the covered market and a few meters from the famous statue of freddie mercury who is at the bottom of the plaza by the lake side. Peter freestone, cunoscuta pentru freddie mercury, the untold story.
Our shop is located in the heart of montreux, on the main street at number 24. Forums personal jim huttons book or peter freestones new one. A search query can be a title of the book, a name of. This is the most intimate account of mercurys life ever written. Peter freestone interview the real freddie mercury, behind. An intimate biography of freddie mercury by lesley. According to peter freestone, in his book freddie mercury. In mercury, lesleyann has gone out of her way to make sure the full array of freddie is captured in the book with honesty, accuracy and impartiality. Queen roadie peter hince states, it wasnt just about his voice but the way he commanded the stage. He lived with mercury in london, munich, and new york, and was with. The afterlife revised edition by freestone, peter, evans, david isbn. The paperback edition of the biography of the flamboyant frontman of the group queen. I enjoyed his insight into the life of freddie and how he was off stage. Peter phoebe freestone answers questions from fans as well as posting personal memories and photos from his many years as freddies personal assistant.
Peter freestone was freddie mercurys personal assistant for the last 12 years of his life. When a documentary popped up on youtube shortly after the ad for the new movie, queen, i clicked. Mercury and me by jim hutton is good but has upset some because of the level of personal detail it includes, especially when he describes freddies death. Jim huttons book is outofprint, peter freestone has not wriiten a second book. He rarely spoke during interviews and has not made a public appearance or statement since 1997.
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