The first and only definitive biography of legendary Motown group; the TemptationsThe Temptations are an incomparable soul group; with dozens of chart-topping hits such as My Girl and Papa Was a Rollin Stone. From the sharp suits; stylish choreography; and distinctive vocals that epitomized their onstage triumphs to the personal failings and psycho-dramas that played out behind the scenes; Aint Too Proud to Beg tells the complete story of this most popularmdash;and tragicmdash;of all Motown super groups.Based on in-depth research and interviews with founding Temptations member Otis Williams and many others; the book reveals the highly individual; even mutually antagonistic; nature of the groups members. Venturing beyond the money and the fame; it shares the compelling tale of these sometime allies; sometime rivals and reveals the unique dynamic of push and pull and give and take that resulted in musical genius.The first book to tell the whole story of Motowns greatest group; with all-new interviews and previously undiscovered sources and photographsGives the last word on enduring Motown mysteries; including the deaths of Paul Williams and David Ruffin and the truth behind Ruffins tumultuous romance with Tammi TerrellReveals the secret "cant miss" formula behind the Temptations thirty-seven chart hitsDraws on more than one hundred interviews with the groups associates; industry figures; family members; and most importantly; founding Temptation Otis WilliamsAint Too Proud to Beg takes a cohesive and penetrating look at the life and enduring legacy of one of the greatest groups in popular music. It is essential reading for fans of the Temptations; music lovers; and anyone interested in the history of American popular culture over the last fifty years.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy mary in new york cityellen harris is a top handle expert...this is another of her outstanding books about this fascinating composer.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. I like Christopher Hogwoods biography if you have the timeBy Alan C DuncanFabulous unorthodox biography of that other Saxon giant of the Baroque. Handel was famously private. Ms Harris does a masterly job of bringing him to life through the letters and recollections of his many friends and admirers. You might want to give a cursory look at the Wikipedia article on Handel before reading Ms Harriss book. I like Christopher Hogwoods biography if you have the time.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Contributed to many fine naps.By CustomerJust not particularly interesting in any way. All useful information contained in this book could be condensed to possibly one page.