Morrissey

 Morrissey: Landscapes of the Mind

Scandal and Passion

This is the first full-length biography of the singer since he left his group The Smiths and since his status has ascended from cult pop star to transatlantic rock idol. Biographer David Bret unravels the complex nature of this multifaceted man. His views and actions are still covered and probed by a critical and sometimes hostile press. And yet, in spite of constant media scrutiny, Morrissey remains impressively aloof, mysterious and reclusive, while maintaining an unerring ability to communicate. Through in-depth interviews with Morrissey's friends and members of his entourage, Bret provides the first truly rounded portrait of this undisputed hero and poet of the human condition - possibly the most influential entertainer of his generation.

Britain's most articulate singer-songwriter remains a complex individual whose lyrics opt for realism, opinion, waspish wit, irony, asexuality, melancholy and love. In this candid biography, Morrissey's friends and the members of his entourage speak frankly to David Bret to produce a fascinating study of the iconic star. It is packed with revelations; accusations of racism and fascism; confessions of physical abuse; suggestive, anarchic, witty, sexy, and never before seen letters to a penpal that read like Joe Orton; Morrissey's gay-bashing; the accusations of supporting paedophilia; High Court royalty battles and the public shaming; the attack on Cliff Richard; renegade fans' attempts to sabotage his career; his script submission to 'Coronation Street'. The book includes a full discography, numerous original photos, and a comprehensive bibliography.