PHILIP NORMAN Shout! (1981 edition UK 400-page hardback book. The author had close working relationships with each of the band having interviewed them many times since 1965 & observed first hand the events that led to the split during 1969-70. The resulting book contains unique insights into the rise of the Beatles their final years the chaos of Apple & the collapse of hippy idealism. Now fully updated & written with all of Normans trademark verve and skill this is an essential b ook for anyone with an interest in pop music the 60s & the pleasures & perils of god-like fame)ÞÞ