George Harrison: Living in the Material World Multi-Touch Book Now Available for Pre-Order Exclusively on the iBookstore
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Katrina Weidknecht | Executive Director Publicity | ABRAMS
212.229.8812 | kweidknecht@abramsbooks.com
George Harrison: Living in the Material World Multi-Touch Book Now Available for Pre-Order Exclusively on the iBookstore
NEW YORK—April 17, 2012—Today ABRAMS and Harrisongs announced Olivia Harrison’s Multi-Touch book, George Harrison: Living in the Material World, is now available for pre-order exclusively on the iBookstore, with the book releasing May 1. The book is a companion to Martin Scorsese’s documentary film of the same name and draws on George Harrison's personal archive of photographs, letters, diaries, and memorabilia to tell the story of his life. Also on May 1, Martin Scorsese’s documentary film George Harrison: Living in the Material World and a collection of ten songs including demos and early takes titled “Early Takes Volume 1” will be available on the iTunes Store.
The fully immersive Multi-Touch edition of George Harrison: Living in the Material World brings the book alive with audio from Harrison himself, as well as from Paul McCartney, Ringo Starr, Eric Clapton, and other personal and professional friends. This elegant book also includes image galleries and videos from both the Scorsese film and the Harrison archive, allowing fans an even richer reading experience. Photos, letters, diaries, and memorabilia are woven seamlessly into the fabric of the book, giving readers an unparalleled reading experience on iPad.
George Harrison: Living in the Material World is available only on the iBookstore at iTunes.com/GeorgeHarrison.
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