U2: At the End of the World Paperback – September 1, 1996

I have always loved their music but up until a few days ago didn't own a single CD of theirs. Now I own all of them except one I believe. I got interested in U2 because of all the humanitarian work that Bono and the others have done throughout their career especially the work with D.A.T.A.I bought this book to learn more about the band and Bono because I have to give an oral report in class on some one or some band in the history of Rock and Roll. We have to talk about their lyrics, staging, political and religious outlook, who influenced them musically, and more and I thought what better way than to read books and listen to everything I can get my hands on and also watch a DVD of some of their concerts.This book is wonderful. I have barelly put it down since I got it Saturday. I find myself finding out a lot of information not only on the band and its members but also on other musicians that have influenced them like The Beatles and Bob Dylan and others.There have been so many times I have laughed out loud reading it as well. Bill Flanagan paints a wonderful and life like image of the stories he is sharing that makes it easy for the reader to visualize.I recommened it to anyone especially in a Rock-n-Roll class or anyone wanting to now more about the history of the band.

Few books are cool enough to make me want to change careers. This book made me want to drop out of graduate school and become a U2 roadie. Seriously.Fresh from the "Elevation" Tour, I dove into this book to find out more about the fab four from Dublin. What a treat! This book was absolutely wonderful! Flanagan had un-restricted access to the band during the recording of "Achtung, Baby!" and the entire Zoo TV tour and his closeness with the band shows. While other U2 books focus primarily on the childhoods of the members or early years of the band (see Unforgettable Fire) or are barely more than a collection of sound-bytes from other interviews(see The Road to Pop) this book captures U2 in the middle of their Zoo-glory!After reading this book, I found myself listening to my old U2 CD's (and going out and buying CD's that I didn't already have!) with a whole new appreciation for the music. Now I listen for the bass contribution, the unique guitar parts, etc.. Knowing the stories behind the songs brings the music to a whole new level. (For those readers/listeners who don't already love "Achtung, Baby!", this book will have you listening to it on a daily basis!)Flanagan has a remarkable,candid, easy-going writing style that makes this book impossible to put down. While it is a long book, I didn't want it to end! If the author is reading this, PLEASE, for the sake of U2 fans everywhere, write a follow-up! Other U2 books pale by comparison.

One of the best books about rock and roll and bands and their lifestyles. Amazing read.Gotta get an E-Book edition!!!

If you are a true U2 fan this is the book for you! It is impossible to put it down, so much detail into their daily lives and ideas is so amazing. I have always respected U2's privacy and control over their lives, but like all fans, I have yearned to know them better, this book takes you in up close better than all the rest. Read this book first and see if you want to bother buying any others, I wish I had bought it first!

Glad I repurchased the book. Was a little deceiving as there was no cover as shown in picture

This book is phenomenal. I just can't put it down. It feels like reading a U2 diary, reveals so much about the members of the band, and is written so funny! Bill is an amazing writer. I have been a U2 fan for quarter of a century, and have read many books about them, but this one is definitely the best!

Fairly acurit Including the snippets of interviews and insights into the going ons of a tour and what goes into the prep of such an endevour.Easy and informative reading for a fan and follower of these mates and others involved.

Bought this for my girlfriend who "worships in the house of Bono"! She loves it.