Rumours of Glory (book)
Rumours of Glory is the 2014 autobiography of the Canadian musician Bruce Cockburn, written by Cockburn and journalist Greg King.
Authors | Bruce Cockburn, Greg King |
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Country | Canada |
Language | English |
Subject | autobiography |
Genre | music |
Published | 2014 (HarperCollins) |
Media type | Print (hardcover) |
Pages | 544 |
ISBN | 9780061969126 |
Synopsis
Alongside detailing his musical career, Cockburn discusses his activism in the fields of human rights and environmental issues, the evolution of his Christian faith, and his relationships and family.[1][2][3] He also includes discussions of how his experiences were reflected in his song lyrics.[2]
Publication
HarperCollins released the hardcover edition on 4 November 2014.[1]
Reception
Maclean's review of the book noted that "[i]t's hard to imagine a more Canadian memoir".[3] Morley Walker of the Winnipeg Free Press generally regarded Rumours of Glory as "a rewarding read, candid and erudite, even where it is a bit plodding".[2] Brian Doyle of The Christian Century noted that Cockburn's book was one of a few "beautifully written and piercing memoirs" by musicians, adding that it was also "uniquely thoughtful and eloquent about the author's Christian faith and how it informs his life and work". [4]
References
- Adams, Gregory (8 September 2014). "Bruce Cockburn Announces 'Rumours of Glory' Autobiography and Box Set". Exclaim. Retrieved 10 November 2014.
- Walker, Morley (8 November 2014). "Cockburn mines music, politics, spiritualism for candid bio". Winnipeg Free Press. Retrieved 10 November 2014.
- Barclay, Michael (7 November 2014). "Sex, guns and Bruce Cockburn: book review". Macleans. Retrieved 10 November 2014.
- Doyle, Brian (24 October 2014). "Praying strings". The Christian Century. Retrieved 10 November 2014.