The Hidden Persuaders

Who recommended it

1. 

   David Bowie Singer, songwriter and actor (1947–2016)

   Explicit recommendation

   One of David Bowie's 100 favourite books, from the complete list on his official website.

   Bowie's top 100 books - the complete list↗ Organization pagedavidbowie.com davidbowie.com (official site) · 1 Oct 2013 · checked 13 Nov 2026

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