What Does This Button Do?

· HarperCollins
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‘I was spotty, wore an anorak, had biro-engraved flared blue jeans with “purple” and “Sabbath” written on the thighs, and rode an ear-splittingly uncool moped. Oh yes, and I wanted to be a drummer...’

Bruce Dickinson – Iron Maiden’s legendary front man – is one of the world’s most iconic singers and songwriters. But there are many strings to Bruce’s bow, of which larger-than-life lead vocalist is just one. He is also an airline captain, aviation entrepreneur, motivational speaker, beer brewer, novelist, radio presenter, film scriptwriter and an international fencer: truly one of the most unique and interesting men in the world.

In What Does this Button Do? Bruce contemplates the rollercoaster of life. He recounts – in his uniquely anarchic voice – the explosive exploits of his eccentric British childhood, the meteoric rise of Maiden, summoning the powers of darkness, the philosophy of fencing, brutishly beautiful Boeings and firmly dismissing cancer like an uninvited guest.

Bold, honest, intelligent and funny, this long-awaited memoir captures the life, heart and mind of a true rock icon, and is guaranteed to inspire curious souls and hard-core fans alike.

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4.8
79 reviews
lee mills
January 31, 2019
what a story! and what an achievement. a pilot expert fencer and a rock God to boot!. most rock stars burn bright then fade away due to drugs n alcohol,but not this dude! he lives for rock n roll. being a rock star may seem easy,but Bruce shows its a bloody hard but rewarding life. UP THE IRONS!
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A Google user
January 15, 2018
The word legend is used too freely but what a legend Mr Dickinson is. Insightful, thoughtful, inspirational. Cleverly constructed and not full of the usual crass tales of debauchery that flood so many 'rock stars' pages. Legend
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Marco Tessari
June 27, 2020
The book is really an insight about Bruce adding layers of depth into his life (with very personal and deep moment). Read it even if you are not familiar with him it is well written (by him!!!). His life has been a rollercoasters and new chaptere are ahead for sure. Long live to Bruce Dickinson!!!!
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About the author

Bruce Dickinson has been the lead singer of Iron Maiden for more than thirty years, and has pursued a successful solo career, as well as a host of interests beyond music. Iron Maiden has sold over 90 million albums & performed over 2000 shows world-wide, making them one of the most successful rock acts of all time. He lives in London, England.

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