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7.36am
14 October 2009
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(note: 23 March 2014, Ahhh Girl merged the three threads on this book. The second thread began with post #15. The third thread began with post #39.)
I’ve mentioned this before but I’ve now got this book and it is without question the best book ever written about the Beatles / Liverpool. You can read about it here: http://www.liddypool.com/
I actually got my copy from Amazon.co.uk and it was £13 cheaper (at £22 
). It’s a big book (about LP size and around 1 1/2 inches thick) full of great photos and packed full of remarkable facts and figures.
I’ve been to Liverpool many times so maybe find it easier to relate to certain things, but if you want the definitive book on where the Beatles come from with all the places named and researched, then this is the one.
Oh and I’m not on any commision here (I have never heard of the author before) – just wanted to share my thoughts 
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
7.40pm
13 November 2009
Offline So which one should I look for? Amazon lists one as published in October 2009 and the other is dated January 2010. Is there a difference?
Ad hoc, ad loc, and quid pro quo! So little time! So much to know!
8.18am
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:So which one should I look for? Amazon lists one as published in October 2009 and the other is dated January 2010. Is there a difference?
My copy in 2009 and is the same as the book on the website. I would assume the website states 2010 as that is now the year. I would find it near on impossible that someone would update a book after less than a year……..and believe me, there is nothnig left to put in!
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
3.27pm
13 November 2009
Offline Unless it was Americanized, I can't think of a difference either. In any case, there are no 2010 versions available. I'll let you know when I get one.
Ad hoc, ad loc, and quid pro quo! So little time! So much to know!
3.33pm
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:Unless it was Americanized, I can't think of a difference either. In any case, there are no 2010 versions available. I'll let you know when I get one.
No it wouldn't have any other versions……wait till you get it! You'll love it 
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
1.28am
21 August 2009
Offline Sounds excellent- I think I may just buy it when my wallet will allow! I'm still saving for a trip to Europe (woopee!) I'm taking in March, so it may have to wait a while, but it most definitely sounds worthwhile!
I wonder how the cost will be when transfered to dollars? Probably quite pricey taking into account shipping and handling… i'll take a lookat some bookstores; doubt they'll have it, but it's worth a look-see.
Tongue, lose thy light. Moon, take thy flight… see ya, George!
7.07am
14 October 2009
Offline Sounds excellent- I think I may just buy it when my wallet will allow! I’m still saving for a trip to Europe (woopee!) I’m taking in March, so it may have to wait a while, but it most definitely sounds worthwhile!I wonder how the cost will be when transfered to dollars? Probably quite pricey taking into account shipping and handling… i’ll take a lookat some bookstores; doubt they’ll have it, but it’s worth a look-see.
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
2.19am
13 November 2009
Offline I got mine in the mail today, and it sure is purdy! I haven't had much time to really dig into it, but the layout looks sharp. I did read the part about why Pete Best was dropped and it seems like the most reasonable explanation I've read: money split three ways > money split four ways.
What are your thoughts, mjb?
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9.29am
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:
I got mine in the mail today, and it sure is purdy! I haven't had much time to really dig into it, but the layout looks sharp. I did read the part about why Pete Best was dropped and it seems like the most reasonable explanation I've read: money split three ways > money split four ways.
What are your thoughts, mjb?
Because I got the Everett books at the same time I'm reading those first. I'm onto volume 2 now so hopefully I'll start on the Liddypool book within the next week or so. Of course I've looked at the pictures (as one does!) and I am very impressed with the look of it all.
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
5.04pm
13 November 2009
Offline We really need a library section or something. So many books, so little time.
And how is that fair? You convince me to spend $40 for this book and you haven't even read it? (I'm kidding – sort of. Seriously, finish the Everett books so we can talk about this! )
I started it last night (so John Wilkes Booth's family was from Liverpool? Too bad they didn't stay) and have just finished the section on Alf Lennon. I'm loving this book. My opinion of John's parents has gone up, but I'm not sure what to make of Mimi. But at this point, all I can do is take Julia Baird's word for it.
Ad hoc, ad loc, and quid pro quo! So little time! So much to know!
9.57pm
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:
And how is that fair? You convince me to spend $40 for this book and you haven't even read it? (I'm kidding – sort of. Seriously, finish the Everett books so we can talk about this!
)
Hee Hee – but it looked so good and I'm so looking forward to getting into it…. 
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
10.06pm
13 November 2009
Offline Ok, ok. 40+ year old history can wait a little longer. Sigh.
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9.48am
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:Ok, ok. 40+ year old history can wait a little longer. Sigh.
And just to add salt to the wound, the second volume of Everett's book is much more intense
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
5.18pm
13 November 2009
Offline I finished the bios on the boys last night and was a bit dissappointed, but not surprised, that John's section was longer. I understand that with the drama of his family and his determination to make a name for himself, there is probably more to write about. But were Paul's, George's, and Ringo's family and school mates all under a gag order?
Ad hoc, ad loc, and quid pro quo! So little time! So much to know!
6.21pm
14 October 2009
Offline Stand by Skye – I'm about to start this now 
How far have you got?
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
6.34pm
13 November 2009
Offline I'm pretty much at the end. Reading over the highlights of Liverpool 8. Let me know what you think. I think I'm just going to have to visit. 😉
Pretty cool book.
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7.11am
14 October 2009
Offline skye said:
I think I'm just going to have to visit. 😉
Do it – you won't regret it!
"If we feel our heads starting to swell.....we just look at Ringo!"
9.12pm
13 November 2009
Offline I'll need need a more subtle guide book – this one is a little awkward. I'll probably be marked as a tourist in any case. 😀
Ad hoc, ad loc, and quid pro quo! So little time! So much to know!
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