Golden Stone: The Untold Life and Tragic Death of Brian Jones

I highly recommend this book to anyone who would like to learn more about this fascinating and persecuted genius who shaped the best ,IMO, recordings of the Stones career. I'm glad I got to know him a little better through this!

Very interesting book on the life and mysterious death of Brian Jones. Details of his sons is provided as well as insight into Brian's parents (who thought no girl was good enough). As the very intelligent son with a very promising future, the story of his rejection of school and authority this book details the hardships of his home life and his parents who were expecting a great academic career for their son. When Brian does begin playing blues in London, his parent are surprisingly supportive because Brian seemed to be a loner and not one to be before an audience. It looks upon his life with compassion, and that is why I love this book.

There are many opinions and contradicting 'first hand accounts' about Brian Jones life and death. The only choice a serious fan has is to compare and contrast a good sample of the books available. While Bill Wyman's book may be more detailed, 'Golden Stone' is many steps above the average teeny-bopper fare available on Jones, and is a necessary additon for any real B.J. enthusiast.