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The Beatles, The Bible, and Bodega Bay [Hardcover]

Ken Mansfield (Author)
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Ken Mansfield first worked with the Beatles in the 1960s when he was the American manager of Apple Records. More than likely it was his brush with Beatles fame that landed him this publishing contract, but it is his writing talent and depth of personal story that makes this spiritual memoir rock. Mansfield jumps back and forth, from his childlike fear of landing in London for the first time to his mature and reflective life in the California fishing community of Bodega Bay (seen in Alfred Hitchcock's The Birds). Beatles fans will love all the insider's scoop about the Fabulous Four, although the more recent information about Mansfield's friendship with the currently drug-free and sober Ringo Starr seems the most fresh and intriguing.

Occasionally the Beatles references seem overdone, such as the numerous chapter headings named after Beatles songs or the conspicuous song lyrics stuck into the middle of the narrative. For example, when the 50-something Ringo Starr makes a deal with the 50-something Mansfield that will make the narrator globs of money, he writes, "It was nice to get a little help from a friend!" Biblical quotes are also sprinkled throughout. Take this memoir as a long and winding road or a joyful spiritual romp that travels here, there, and everywhere but ultimately leads to the riches of contemplative living. --Gail Hudson

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Written by the American manager of Apple Records (the Beatles!s well-intentioned, if ill-conceived, label), this is a ruminative and ultimately very spiritual and personal journey through a man!s life. Mansfield!s personal relationships with each member of the Fab Four (especially, in recent years, Ringo Starr) are illustrated with some fascinating signed artifacts that illustrate a great portion of the book and complement stories within its framework. A fly-by-night fan or first-time reader of the Beatles will probably be frustrated by the more philosophical aspects of Mansfield!s story. Ultimately, this insider!s work is too anecdotal and personal to interest anyone but hardcore Beatles fans. An optional purchase.?Colin Carlson, New York
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5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent read!!, Oct 14 2007
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G. McMillan "gerrymc" (Orillia, Ontario Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Beatles, The Bible, and Bodega Bay (Hardcover)
What a great book! I have read many books on the Beatles, however this one has got to one of the most unique publications. Ken Mansfield was so close to the Beatles. Not only was he a business associate,but a friend. How many people can say they were personally invited by the Beatles to attend the last concert of the fab four on the roof of Apple Records in 1969 and have a picture to prove it. It would be fascinating to have the privilege of sitting down and talking with a person who worked with the Beatles. To ask that person all kinds of questions and to hear all kinds of stories. Mansfield's book does just that. In his accounts Mansfield brings out the personal side of the Fab Four. In fact the book works as a real tribute to John, Paul,George and Ringo.

Mansfield was head of Apple Records USA. I purchased the Beatles records when they were released however I never realized all that that went on with the marketing,distribution,and sales. As director of Apple Records USA Mansfield gives a very interesting account of his work. The Beatles placed their complete trust in Mansfield when it came to this side of the music business. I understand it's one of the top Amazon Beatle book sellers. I certainly understand why. Purchase this book. You will not regret it.

Not only does Mansfield wonderfully relate the personal side of the Beatles he shares his own personal self with the reader. He draws us to his search for meaning and purpose in life. He relates his search ended when he discovered a relationship with Jesus Christ. Has a Christian and Bealte's fan I found this aspect of the book inspirational and fascinating
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Beatles, The Bible, and Bodega Bay, April 14 2004
This review is from: The Beatles, The Bible, and Bodega Bay (Hardcover)
This was one of those books, that you read once, and cherish! Ken has a very beautiful heart, and a way of sharing about his life with the Beatles, that is both funny, and thought provoking! If you are sorry for reading it, you are missing out on something very important in your life, and if you are glad you've read it, then you've received a wonderful blessing! I highly recommend this book!
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1.0 out of 5 stars The Worst Book I've Ever Read, Dec 19 2003
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This review is from: The Beatles, The Bible, and Bodega Bay (Hardcover)
Zero stars. Buying this book was a huge mistake. Nothing new on the Beatles, nothing interesting on the Beatles.

It is merely, not so subliminal advertising on the good name of the Beatles. Mansfield spews his sickly sweet born again christian blather like a cheap red wine puke. Thank God it eventually ends.

If I had the money, I would buy all copies and burn them to spare other unsuspecting Beatle fans and everyone else.

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