The Rise of David Bowie. 1972-1973

This striking volume serves as a visual testament to one of the most transformative eras in rock history: the rise of David Bowie’s Ziggy Stardust. Spanning 1972 and 1973, the book brings together the extraordinary work of Mick Rock, Bowie’s official photographer during this legendary tour. Through a curated selection of images, readers are taken on a journey through the musical and cultural shifts that Bowie ignited, charting a revolution that altered the landscape of modern music and style.

What makes this Taschen edition exceptional is its unparalleled intimacy. Mick Rock did not just document the performances; he captured the quiet, unfiltered moments behind the makeup. Alongside spectacular stage shots, the collection features candid backstage portraits that reveal the human behind the icon. Accompanied by commentary from Barney Hoskyns and Michael Bracewell, the photographs glow with the vibrant energy of the seventies, rendered in exquisite print quality.

This book is a magnificent gift for dedicated Bowie fans, music historians, and lovers of classic photography. It is equally compelling for anyone fascinated by fashion, performance art, and the history of pop culture. Whether displayed on a coffee table or studied as a style archive, this volume stands as a beautiful monument to an artist who dared to reinvent the world.