Bowie by Simon Critchley
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

If you are a Bowie fan, you will definitely enjoy this. If you are curious why other people are so into Bowie you will enjoy this. If you’ve never read any Critchley and are interested in something quick and accessible by him you will enjoy this. I fell into the first and third categories so I guess I’m guessing about the second. But I suspect it’s true.

I finished the book feeling like I understand the why and how of my own fascination with Bowie’s work much better. I also want to revisit some of his albums like Diamond Dogs, Heathen and Outside which I didn’t quite connect with at first. I would’ve enjoyed a continued discussion of Bowie’s use of the cutup technique, but I guess that fell out of the scope of the book.

I also want to read some more Critchley too – so if you have any recommendations please let me know. The sketches at the beginning of each chapter are wonderful. OR Books continues to impress.