The McCartney Legacy My Rating: 2.0
This book covers Paul McCartney’s life from 1969 to 1973, the years immediately following the breakup of the Beatles - a time when he was reinventing himself both personally and musically. Drawing from hundreds of interviews, extensive research, and previously unseen documents, it offers a detailed look into McCartney’s creative process and personal life after the Beatles.
This was a difficult book to rate. On one hand, by the end, I felt like I truly understood Paul. The portrayal felt balanced, sharing both the strengths and struggles of Paul, Linda, and their life together.
On the other hand, the level of detail - especially around the technical aspects of recording music - became overwhelming. The constant breakdown of how tracks were constructed felt tedious, particularly if you’re not musically inclined. At over 29 hours for the audiobook (and only Part 1), it was a bit much. I don’t think I’ll be continuing on to Part 2.
