London Birth of A Cult (Signed)

By Hedi Slimane, Steidl, 2005. First Edition. Unpaginated (208 pages). 30 x 22,5 cm. Book packaged in a cardboard box and accompanied by a brochure reproducing pages from Pete Doherty's diary. The book is also accompanied by a large rubber ribbon. Hedi Slimane wrote a signed dedication on the box. The book belonged to his personal assistant (Stanislas Kerleau). Condition : Good, the box is slightly deformed and bears some traces. The ribbon is slightly tired with a small hole in the middle. The book is in excellent condition.

850€

The life of Pete Doherty has embodied the trajectory of a true rock and roll legend. Following a tense departure of the Libertines, he was vilified and cast as a scapegoat for conservative political postures. A nurturing frenzy of press coverage was precipitated by dating Kate Moss, charges of theft, blackmail and carrying a knife, jail time, rehab and the confession he had been. prostitute and drug dealer. All of this overwhelms the most interesting aspect of the 26-year-old musician’s life – in a business dominated by mediocre fabricated talent, he is a true original, a charismatic singer, songwriter and performer. Two years of Doherty’s life are captured here in photographs taken by former fashion designer Dior and now Celine’s artistic director: Hedi Slimane.