Redemption Song

"The death of Joe Strummer, three days before Christmas 20O2, shook the world. His synthesis of gritty toughness and poetic sensitivity had touched people's hearts, reflecting his rabble-rousing role as front man with The Clash, the most sensational rock'n'roll group ever." "On an iconic level, Joe had remained a man of mystery, wilfully reinventing himself to take part in 1977's radical punk movement, The reality - which included a secret family past, enormous worldwide success, bleak years in the wilderness and a triumphant return to stardom - contained all the elements of Shakespearian tragedy. But through enormous personal struggle and resolve, Joe Strummer turned his life into an uplifting, epic story." "Chris Salewicz knew Joe as a close friend since 1977. With the full approval and cooperation of his relatives, companions and fellow musicians, he has written the definitive account of the most fascinating of all British rock'n'roll idols, a man who really did change the way the world thought."--BOOK JACKET.