Room to Dream

This is a really cool little book. The format is fresh and innovative. There have been some really mind blowing passages from Lynch himself but beyond that it's a fairly standard biography. In some ways it must be difficult to write a deep biography about someone knowing 1. they have final say over what you write and 2. in the next chapter they can disagree, correct, or embellish what you just wrote. I liked reading about David's early life, but was surprised at his treatment of his romantic partners. All in all, an enjoyable read.

Well written and the perfect format for a Lynch bio. You have each chapter in his life split between the biographer's well researched and straight forward telling, and then you get Lynch's subject, off the cuff (it reads like he just sat down and spoke into a tape recorder) version of the same period. He goes off on any number of interesting and funny tangents and it all just works. I honestly can't recall ever reading a more interesting and engaging biography of anyone.It's got just enough B&W photos sprinkled throughout to augment the text and it feels like the biographer literally talked to everyone Lynch ever knew or worked with (and if they were not alive then she talked to someone close to them).

Everything you didn't know you wanted to know about David Lynch, his life, art and films. This is a fascinating and enlightening book. It helps of course if you're familiar with his movies (and his music) but even if you're not you should get a lot out of this read. You may come out the other side of this book a different person (and I'm only half-joking about that). Worst case, only your doppelganger will come out. ;)My love for and appreciation of his work have deepened, thanks to this reading experience. Kristine McKenna has a clear and engaging voice, and Lynch's chapters are --what else?-- Lynchian.This is a wonderful book. I could say a lot more but this woodsman's at my door asking, "Gotta light?"

Inventive structural concept in combining a biography/autobiography. Unfortunately, for me, it stayed a little too much on the surface of things. Would have liked more technical, behind-the-scenes info regarding how Lynch explores his creative processes as well as more discussion regarding the dichotomy of his TM work and the darkness of his art/films. I found LYNCH ON LYNCH a more engaging and informative book but this is still interesting in terms of the opinions of those who have been close to and who've worked with Lynch.

The format of the book - alternating biography, autobiography/Lynch's commentary - works well. I liked the first 2/3 the best and most interesting, the last 1/3 got a little repetitive and "more of the same", but by no means a bad book. If you like David Lynch then read this!

Don't miss this book if you're a David Lynch fan. Better yet, listen to the audio version in his own voice. There's only one David Lynch. I love listening to his unique delivery. This autobiography and biography, half and half. Interesting format.

Having seen Eraserhead in a college theater many years ago (circa 1979.) I have been an avid fan of his film, music and art. The biography/autobiography provides a beautiful peek into DKL's creative process. While Ms. McKenna provides scholarly information about the artist's life, Mr. Lynch's approach is more like a conversation he is having with his reader.Mr. Lynch is truly a National Treasure and the art world is a better place with his presence and work. "Everyone have a great day.."

Originality. Used to greatly enhance my knowledge of the subject and appreciation of the writers talent. Also gave audiobooks version as a birthday gift. It too was very highly thought of. Ms. McKenna's well modulated reading is clear, concise and utterly bereft of the Umms, Aahhs and Youknows so pervasive in spoken word formats (radio. T.V. Public Speakers etc) heard today. Brava!

Ésta biografía es un poco distinta a cualquier otra, la estructura es que cada capitulo se divide en 2: la primera es escrita por la biógrafa detallando aspectos de la vida de David Lynch en un determinado periodo de tiempo con lo que investigó en entrevistas con familiar, amigos y colaboradores. A continuación la segunda parte del capitulo es David Lynch hablando de sus recuerdo de ese periodo de tiempo. Esto hace que la lectura sea rápida y entretenida. Se nota inmediatamente que no se usó un escritor fantasma y que éste gran Director realmente escribió sus segmentos.He leído varios libros de y sobre David Lynch y éste es mi favorito hasta el momento. Es una lectura obligada para sus seguidores.

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I loved reading this book about David Lynch, particularly given the unusual format. Each chapter is written by the author and the following chapter by Lynch, dealing with the same content but in his own words. It's a very interesting way to not only understand the man better, but to get a feel for the events of his life, both from outside and within the individual themselves.I was already a Lynch fan (of course I was, otherwise why bother reading a large autobiography on him, right? lol) and though it does tend to focus more on the positives whilst brushing past the more problematic parts of his personality, I felt like I was saying goodbye to a great friend as I finished the last page.If you are intrigued by his work, be it TV, film, painting or music, there's a lot to love within these pages. I highly recommend giving it a go: it's addictive and inspiring stuff!

Fascinating look into the history and work and mind of lynch. Every other chapter is Lynch himself. Get the audiobook version too...more info in it

bellissimo libro, si dilunga un po' in alcuni racconti però merita di essere letto per farsi un'idea dell'artista