Condition: New Format: Hardback ISBN: 9781529151787 Publisher: Hutchinson Heinemann (Cornerstone) Overview: Surrender: 40 Songs, One Story is the acclaimed memoir from Bono, lead singer of U2. Structured around forty songs that trace his life, the book moves from a Dublin childhood, through the loss of his mother at fourteen, to U2's rise as one of the world's biggest rock bands. Bono reflects candidly on faith, marriage and decades of activism against poverty and AIDS. Honest and reflective, it's essential reading for music lovers and fans of resilient life stories. About the Book: In this brand-new hardback edition, Bono - born Paul David Hewson - writes for the first time in his own words about the life he has lived. Each of the forty chapters takes its title from a U2 song, using music as a lens for key moments: forming the band as a teenager in Dublin, the grief that shaped his early years, and U2's journey from local gigs to sold-out stadiums worldwide. Bono writes openly about his lifelong marriage to Ali, raising four children on the road, and the Catholic faith that has both anchored and challenged him. A significant part of the book covers activism: more than twenty years lobbying world leaders and co-founding ONE and (RED) in the fight against extreme poverty and AIDS. The tone balances self-deprecating humour with genuine vulnerability, examining his own contradictions - the rock star who wanted to change the world, the activist uneasy with his own privilege. Original drawings by Bono are woven throughout, adding a further personal dimension. The result is both a definitive account of U2's history and an unusually candid personal confession, appealing equally to long-time fans and readers who have never listened to the band. Key Benefits: Written entirely by Bono himself - a first-hand, definitive account of his life and U2's history. Unique structure built around 40 songs, giving the memoir a distinctive musical narrative flow. Covers music, faith, family and decades of humanitarian activism in one candid volume. Features original drawings by Bono throughout the book. A critically acclaimed bestseller and ideal gift for music fans, U2 followers and memoir readers. About the Author: Bono, born Paul David Hewson in Dublin in 1960, is the lead vocalist of U2, one of the world's best-selling rock bands, formed in 1978 with school friends The Edge, Larry Mullen Jr and Adam Clayton. U2 have released fourteen studio albums, sold over 150 million records worldwide and won 22 Grammy Awards. Bono is also a prominent activist, co-founding ONE and (RED) to fight extreme poverty and AIDS, working with world leaders on debt relief and global health. Surrender is his first full-length work of writing. Why You'll Love This Memoir: Candid, funny and deeply personal, Surrender offers a rare unguarded look at one of rock's most recognisable figures - a rewarding read for fans of music, memoir and resilience alike. Please Note: Item pictured may vary slightly from actual - please refer to UK ISBN and UK edition cover as shown.