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Language English Media type Print (hardcover) Originally published 2014 Page count 544 ISBN 9780061969126 | 4/5 Goodreads Subject autobiography Pages 544 Genre Music Country Canada | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Rumours of Glory is the 2014 autobiography of the Canadian musician Bruce Cockburn.
Contents
Synopsis
Cockburn recounts his musical career in which his first album was released in 1970. The book also describes his activitism in human rights and environmental issues. He also describes the evolution of his Christian faith, and includes recollections of his relationships and family. Lyrics from many of his songs are included to describe how his songs were developed from his experience.
Publication
HarperCollins released the initial hardcover version on 4 November 2014.
Reception
Maclean's review of the book noted that "[i]t’s hard to imagine a more Canadian memoir". Morley Walker of the Winnipeg Free Press generally regarded Rumours of Glory as "a rewarding read, candid and erudite, even where it is a bit plodding". Brian Doyle of The Christian Century noted that Cockburn's book was one of a few "beautifully written and piercing memoirs" by musicians, adding that it was also "uniquely thoughtful and eloquent about the author’s Christian faith and how it informs his life and work".