Freddie Mercury: The Biography - Book

This book is available in English only.

This fascinating biography of Freddie Mercury, acclaimed by Queen and rock fans worldwide, has been updated and reissued to coincide with the release of the film about his life.

Laura Jackson explores topics including the reality behind Queen's flamboyant frontman and lead singer: Mercury, a mysterious star who was witty, loyal and generous, yet had a darker side; his frequent cocaine use and the way it fuelled his tendency towards excess, both on and off stage; the women in his life; and his remarkably enduring relationships with his first love, Mary Austin, and his longtime confidante Barbara Valentin, who speaks for the first time in this book.

The book also includes new, intimate accounts from people who knew him well, including Tim Rice, Richard Branson, Cliff Richard, Bruce Dickinson, Mike Moran, Wayne Eagling, Zandra Rhodes and Susannah York