Category: Buzz’s Beatles Book/ Print Blog

John Buzz Bezzini
John Buzz Bezzini

The blog is designed to feature old and new Beatles-related print material including books, magazines, posters & autographs of people that have a Beatles connection or association. The blog also features books from people that have worked with the solo members of the group after the breakup. Looking forward to seeing you as a subscribing member of the blog and I eagerly anticipate your participation and feedback on the blog!

John “Buzz” Bezzini has one of the world’s largest collections of Beatles books and Beatles-related print material and he will share his thoughts and opinions on some of the more obscure & rare and unusual Beatles titles in addition to the new and forthcoming titles as well!

John taught a course in 1984 called “The Beatles in Retrospect” marking the 20th anniversary of the Beatles’ arrival in America.

John also holds a Master’s Degree in Communication.

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In The Beginning, There Was Genesis – Part 1

Mike McCartney's Early Liverpool
Mike McCartney’s Early Liverpool

Genesis Beatles Books

Special limited edition book titles hold a particular fascination with me as a collector. There is a pride in being able to obtain a release that only a few other people may have access to in their personal collections. However, personally, there is also a feeling of guilt when you realize that others would love to be able to own the particular title yet may not have the financial resources to be able to purchase a copy. The trouble with many of these limited edition books is that they sell out quickly and the prices only increase in collecting circles as time passes by. That is why I use the behavior pattern of acting quickly when I see a limited book edition being issued, because even if it presents a financial strain at that time, it would be far worse later if I did not act and wanted to purchase the book once it was sold out!

The company that popularized the signed limited edition books was Genesis Publications. The late Brian Roylance made an agreement with Beatles George Harrison to publish his book “I Me Mine” in the 70’s and then Beatles-related limited edition books became in vogue. Genesis Publications over the years has issued over 30 books with a Beatles-related connection.

I make an honest attempt to add all Beatles-related Genesis titles to my book collection when I can. Hope you will enjoy this post of the Genesis titles that have a direct Beatles connection. This post will be presented in 2 parts. Also, please be advised that the books are not presented in the order they were chronologically released!

Mike McCartney’s Genesis book (above) features many previously unseen photos, including a very rare Quarrymen color photo.

Raga Mala-the Autobiography of Sitar Master, Ravi Shankar!

Raga Mala by Ravi Shankar
Raga Mala by Ravi Shankar

An excellent Beatles-related photography book by Michael Ward

A Day In The Life by Michael Ward
A Day In The Life by Michael Ward

Eric Idle, a member of Monty Python and a close friend of George Harrison-memoirs

Always Look on the Bright Side of Life - Eric Idle
Always Look on the Bright Side of Life – Eric Idle

One of two Ringo Genesis photo books

Another Day in the Life - Ringo Starr
Another Day in the Life – Ringo Starr

Wonderful stories and photos of the Beatles in Germany featuring the signatures of Tony Sheridan and noted German photographer, Günter Zint.

Beatles In Germany - Tony Sheridan, Gunter Zint
Beatles In Germany – Tony Sheridan, Gunter Zint

One of my favorite Genesis titles features the photography of Michael Cooper, who took the cover photos of the Beatles “Sgt. Pepper” album and the Stones “Satanic Majesties Request” LP

Blinds and Shutters by Michael Cooper
Blinds and Shutters by Michael Cooper

Jurgen Vollmer, who has been credited for the original Beatles haircut has this wonderful Genesis title of his excellent photos

From Hamburg to Hollywood - Jurgen Vollmer
From Hamburg to Hollywood – Jurgen Vollmer

A fantastic photo book from Astrid Kirchherr and Max Scheler

Golden Dreams - Astrid Kirchherr, Max Scheler
Golden Dreams – Astrid Kirchherr, Max Scheler

Another wonderful book about the Beatles in Germany from 2 of the Beatles’ close friends, Astrid Kirchherr and Klaus Voormann. Astrid was of course to become the love interest of Stu Sutcliffe, before he so tragically passed away

Hamburg Days - Astrid Kirchherr, Klaus Voormann
Hamburg Days – Astrid Kirchherr, Klaus Voormann

Excellent photos of the Beatles in Japan from 1966

Hello Goodbye, Shimpei Asai
Hello Goodbye, Shimpei Asai

An excellent compilation of the works of artist, Yoko Ono

Infinite Universe At Dawn - Yoko Ono
Infinite Universe At Dawn – Yoko Ono

Fabulous photos of the late Curt Gunther

Mania Days, The Beatles 1964 US Tour - Curt Gunther
Mania Days, The Beatles 1964 US Tour – Curt Gunther

Another excellent Beatles photography book by Michael Peto

Now These Days Are Gone - Michael Peto
Now These Days Are Gone – Michael Peto

An excellent compilation of the work of artist, Stu Sutcliffe compiled by Stu’s sister, Pauline, and Kay Williams

Stuart - Pauline Sutcliffe, Kay Williams
Stuart – Pauline Sutcliffe, Kay Williams

Many wonderful photos of the super band organized by George Harrison. Book signed by Wilbury, Jeff Lynne!

The Traveling Wilburys
The Traveling Wilburys

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A DUTCH TREAT FOR THE DARK HORSE IN ALL OF US

The International Dark Horse and Ring O'Records Discography
The International Dark Horse and Ring O’Records Discography

A is for Apple

In a previous post on this blog I highlighted the superb A is for Apple, Apcor Publishing, tremendous book series about the Beatles company, Apple. This book series is unquestionably one of the best Beatles-related book series on the planet. One of the owners and administrators of Apcor, is the distinguished author and musician, Ed Dieckmann.

Here are a few samples of his rare now out-of-print books that he has published. I was fortunate to be able to find all of these excellent books in Beatles collecting circles and I treasure them dearly. Ed is a great guy and he strives to unearth those rare previously unknown bits of information that Beatles fans yearn for…..

Dark Horse Records

The first book was a collaborative effort about Dark Horse Records that was compiled by noted collector Franck Leenheer and Ed Dieckmann. The other two books are a fabulous discography of Beatles-related releases in Holland! Top Notch!!!

The Discography
The Discography
The Dutch Beatles Discography
The Dutch Beatles Discography

Made In Holland Too
Made In Holland Too

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Sean Lennon: The Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man

Self Portrait by Sean Lennon
Self Portrait by Sean Lennon

Sean Lennon – Self-Portrait on Canvas

Sean signed this self-portrait on the West Coast for a fan. Thought it would be a nice unusual item to add to the collection.

Sean also did the Stripped Down sketch for his mom and dad’s Double Fantasy Stripped Down LP shown below.

Double Fantasy Stripped Down
Double Fantasy Stripped Down

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London Rock – The Unseen Archive

London Rock The Unseen Archive
London Rock The Unseen Archive
London Rock The Unseen Archive
London Rock The Unseen Archive

Though not a Beatles book per se, London Rock – The Unseen Archive, is a wonderful book of fabulous photos by noted photographer, Alec Byrne. I was overjoyed to find and purchase this beautiful signed edition of the book several years ago. It is entitled “London Rock” published by Insight Editions in 2017.

London Rock Back Cover
London Rock – Back Cover

Many superstars of the London rock scene are featured in this great title, including many photos of the individual Beatles. This is the type of book that holds a special fascination for me as these wonderful photos help to capture a special time in the history of both rock and popular music. Hope you will enjoy being exposed to this great title!!!

Buzz

Signed by Alec Byrne
Signed by Alec Byrne
John Lennon
John Lennon – photo by Alec Byrne

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George Harrison – Mo’s Songs

George Harrison Mo's Songs
George Harrison Mo’s Songs

George Harrison Mo’s Songs

A very Rare 6 cd set that was released to highlight the promotional activities of noted record producer, Mo Ostin. Here are the details of the set which I was able to purchase a signed copy of  that was signed by none other than Mo Ostin himself on ebay. Of the highlights of the 6 cd set was the song that George Harrison wrote specifically for the 6 cd set and the track was called “Mo”.

Mo's Songs CD Set
Mo’s Songs CD Set

This song has been posted  by several sources on YouTube and features the classic Harrison slide guitar work that had become his signature over the years…..

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Do You Know The John Lennon Factor?

The Lennon Factor
The Lennon Factor

Obscure John Lennon Book

This is one of my favorite obscure Lennon-based books. Written by Paul Young and published in 1972 by Stein and Day. Paul Young’s superb analysis of the importance of John Lennon, in particular, to the cultural revolution that occurred in the ’60s, is a fascinating and innovative approach to the subject.

Using the writing style of many luminaries such as E. E. Cummings, Young details his suppositions of how important John’s persona was to the cultural fabric of the ’60s. In my personal opinion, this book is stylistically both a novel and an interesting way to tell the story of the impact of John Lennon on the tumultuous Sixties!

What I find of particular interest in Young’s writing style in this book is that there is always a Message within the Message. Once you read this book, you will understand what I mean by that. Young challenges you with this particular writing style and some people find this means to convey the subject matter as being very frustrating. I found it to be both thrilling and exciting. Ultimately, I found myself agreeing with many of Young’s suppositions.

  1. Publisher- Stein and Day
  2. Publication date-January 1, 1972

What is your favourite John Lennon book? Let me know in the comments below.

Buzz

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