The Last Sultan
464
Biography • Nonfiction
New York City • 1950s
2011
Adult
18+ years
The Last Sultan, by Robert Greenfield, is a biography chronicling the life of Ahmet Ertegun, a Turkish-American businessman and songwriter who co-founds Atlantic Records and fosters the careers of Ray Charles, Aretha Franklin, and many other musical acts. Born into an aristocratic Turkish family, Ertegun relocates to the United States, where he indulges his love for music and navigates his way through the music industry, ultimately shaping rock and roll history.
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Robert Greenfield's The Last Sultan is a well-researched biography that captures the dynamic and influential life of music industry giant Ahmet Ertegun. Reviewers praise Greenfield's thoroughness and lively storytelling but note that the book sometimes delves too deeply into minutiae, which may overwhelm casual readers. Overall, a compelling read for music history enthusiasts.
A reader who would enjoy The Last Sultan by Robert Greenfield is likely a fan of music biographies and detailed accounts of influential cultural figures. Similar to those who appreciate Life by Keith Richards or Shout! by Philip Norman, they are interested in the intersection of personal legacy and the evolution of music.
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464
Biography • Nonfiction
New York City • 1950s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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