The Libertines Bound Together
| Company type | Book |
|---|---|
| Industry | Publishing |
| Founded | February 23, 2006 |
| Founder | Anthony Thornton, Roger Sargent |
| Products | Book about The Libertines |
| Parent | Time Warner Books |
The Libertines Bound Together is a book detailing the story of the English rock group The Libertines, written by Anthony Thornton with photographic contributions from Roger Sargent. Released in hardcover on February 23, 2006, by Time Warner Books, this volume traces the band's formation through to their subsequent solo endeavors following their split. It contains over 100 photographs, many of which had not been previously published.
The complete title on the cover reads: "The Libertines Bound Together. The definitive account of Peter Doherty and Carl Barat and their impact on British music."
Back Cover Endorsements
- "Committed and insightful...Roger Sargent served as an ideal reflector: honest without hesitation, insightful without vanity...bedside manner of a minotaur!" Carl Barât
- "Anthony Thornton surpasses Lester Bangs as a writer" Peter Doherty
Critiques
- "Bound Together unfolds like a compelling thriller, yet includes moments—such as a remarkable segment on an impromptu Doherty performance in Chelsea that contributed to the band's split—that capture the poetry, bravery, and hope that defined Doherty at his finest." Q **** Recommended
- "[Sargent's] images reclaim the band from tabloid stereotypes and stand as a striking tribute to their rebellious, joyful yet self-destructive Arcadian vision. Anthony Thornton’s narrative is equally captivating." Mojo ****
- "A smart and brisk examination of a musical sensation." The Independent
- "The detailed account of the band’s story and the aftermath of their breakup reflects intimate knowledge. Thornton and Sargent possessed rare insight into the complicated dynamics between the feuding frontmen." UNCUT
- "A well-crafted publication...Thornton strives to present a respectful portrayal of Barat and Doherty’s artistic collaboration, achieving success." Independent on Sunday. Selected as book of the week on 26 March 2006.
- "Writer Thornton and photographer Sargent were present during pivotal scenes—van rides, pubs, East End squats, dressing rooms—capturing the unpredictable trajectory of the band's career." The Sunday Times
- "Fans of Pete Doherty and Carl Barat will find Bound Together worth exploring. After numerous disappointing books about Pete, this is the first I can truly endorse." The Sun
- "The photographs narrate the story as powerfully as any text could....Unexpectedly absorbing, propelled by articulate, witty prose...highly entertaining." The Word
See also
References
- The Libertines Bound Together, Anthony Thornton and Roger Sargent, Time Warner Books, , Hardcover, 288 pages.
External links
- Complimentary Chapter from Libertines Bound Together
- Official site for The Libertines Bound Together
- Official Myspace profile for The Libertines Bound Together
- BBC news coverage about the book
- The Independent review
- The Independent’s '50 Hot Books For The Summer' listing