Dubbed the man in black; itrsquo;s time to look beyond the myth and the rumours of this most charismatic but misunderstood of rock Guitarists. Ritchie Blackmores early days saw him mixing with colourful characters like Screaming Lord Sutch; Joe Meek and Jerry Lee Lewis. Then he became a defining member of Seventies legends Deep Purple; creating the rock anthems Black Night and Smoke On The Water.Over the years Blackmores moodiness and eccentric behaviour; his three marriages and his clashes with the law have earned him a reputation as one of rocks most abrasive figures. Yet there are many unexpected sides to this complex man. Black Knight has been written and researched by Jerry Bloom; a fan who first met Ritchie more than twenty years ago and has followed his varied career ever since. The result is a biography rich in detail and full of surprising insights.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. I thoroughly enjoyed this little book!By KathyI thoroughly enjoyed this little book! It was done in the spirit of good humor and creative possibilities--and revealed. in clever line drawings and in new ways. what "a woman who" might look like in several (often humorously) imagined situations. I think it makes a wonderful gift--I was much impressed at the uniqueness and artistic value of the sketches. given--and perhaps owing to--the constraints under which the artist placed herself.2 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Life-changing is not an overstatementBy Suzana NorbergNot since Dan Eldons "The Journey is the Destination" has a book of art so profoundly affected me. Rebecca Millers simple yet brilliant concept of drawing without looking has brought a new joy to my life. Her accidental discovery is a perfect solution for anyone whos self-critical about their ability to draw. Just look up at the ceiling. The result is nearly always hysterical and eerily insightful. For months I pored over her hilarious drawings (e.g. "A woman who loves to suffer." one wobbly arm raised Evita-style) before I finally tried it myself. My collection of odd news stories (Man Shoots Lawnmower). and overheard conversations ("You KNOW I cant drink out of a blue glass ...) now has accompanying blind drawings. At coffee shops. I pull out paper. pens and prompts for friends. At work. our Blind Drawing Club illustrates office antics (Katie giving blood in the Bloodmobile). Shrieking laughter always follows. Thank you. thank you Ms. Miller for the fateful day you taped your eyes shut. And for letting the rest of us in on it.0 of 1 people found the following review helpful. okaaaaaaaaaaaaayyy........By Rachel A. SanchezI got this book for my birthday. I am an art student in California and a friend who knows I am interested in womens studies got it for me. all I could say was......ummmmmmm. okaaaaaaaaaay..... this book illustrates the concept that artists should know how to edit themselves. not everything you draw or write or sculpt should necessarily be published.... i really didnt find the drawings that interesting or funny. I mean. I flipped through it. and they were a little interesting but after that. I tossed the book aside and havent picked it up since. unlike most of my favorite art books which never leave my bed table. This collection is probably better kept to the artists personal collection rather than published for larger consumption. I thought it was kind of a waste.By the way. I am selling my copy. so if anyone is interested in purchasing my copy please email me at ras106@pitt.edu. thanks!
