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Chronicles, Volume One

Bob Dylan
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Chronicles, Volume One

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2005

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Bob Dylan

Chronicles, Volume One

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2005
Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

New York City • 1960s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Chronicles, Volume One by Bob Dylan is an autobiographical account where the songwriter and musician reflects on his life and career. Covering formative periods and key experiences, Dylan chronicles personal and professional growth, providing insights into his inspirations and the music industry. The narrative is interwoven with anecdotes and historical context.

Reviews & Readership

4.2

60,502 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Bob Dylan's Chronicles, Volume One captivates with its evocative prose and rich storytelling, offering deep insights into his life and creative process. Some readers find the non-linear narrative challenging, but many appreciate its intimate, reflective nature and vivid anecdotes. This memoir reveals Dylan's unique perspective, though it occasionally frustrates with its fragmented style.

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Who Should Read Chronicles, Volume One?

A reader who would enjoy Chronicles, Volume One by Bob Dylan is likely a music aficionado, particularly of folk and rock, with a keen interest in autobiographies that delve into personal and cultural history. Fans of Patti Smith’s Just Kids or Keith Richards' Life will find this book similarly compelling for its introspective and lyrical narrative.

4.2

60,502 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Fun Facts

Chronicles, Volume One was published in 2004 and is the first in a planned trilogy of autobiographies by Bob Dylan, offering glimpses into various moments of his life rather than following a strict chronological order.

The book was nominated for a National Book Critics Circle Award and won the 2005 Quill Award for Biography/Memoir.

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Bob Dylan's Chronicles, Volume One was praised for its vivid prose and unique narrative style, contributing to its commercial success by reaching the New York Times Best Seller list.

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Book Details
Pages

320

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

New York City • 1960s

Publication Year

2005

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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