
Love Is the Cure
On Life, Loss, and the End of AIDS
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Elton John
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Elton John
Audie Award Nominee, Nonfiction, 2013
In the 1980s, Elton John saw friend after friend, loved one after loved one, perish needlessly from AIDS. In the midst of the plague, he befriended Ryan White, a young Indiana boy ostracized by his town and his school because of the HIV infection he had contracted from a blood transfusion. Ryan's inspiring life and devastating death led Elton to two realizations: His own life was a mess. And he had to do something to help stop the AIDS crisis.
Since then, Elton has dedicated himself to overcoming the plague and the stigma of AIDS. He has done this through the Elton John AIDS Foundation, which has raised and donated $275 million to date to fighting the disease worldwide.
Love Is the Cure is Elton's personal account of his life during the AIDS epidemic, including stories of his close friendships with Ryan White, Freddie Mercury, Princess Diana, Elizabeth Taylor, and others, and the story of the Elton John AIDS Foundation. With powerful conviction and emotional force, Elton conveys the personal toll AIDS has taken on his life - and his infinite determination to stop its spread.
Elton writes, "This is a disease that must be cured not by a miraculous vaccine, but by changing hearts and minds, and through a collective effort to break down social barriers and to build bridges of compassion. Why are we not doing more? This is a question I have thought deeply about, and wish to answer - and help to change - by writing this book."
Sales of Love Is the Cure benefit the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
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Having Elton John narrate the book was a treat because it felt as though I was having a cup of coffee with him. However, since he's not a professional narrator, there were moments when his pacing was off and he'd awkwardly deliver a word. It wasn't a deal breaker, but it was noticeable.
This audiobook also provided me with a rare glimpse into Elton John's personal life and the demons he had to battle over the years. These tidbits humanized the music legend and provided a greater context for the AIDS work he does today.
If you're thinking about buying this book, I think you should go for it. It's a fascinating listen from start to finish about a disease that doesn't get the attention it deserves.
Eye-Opening Account Of A Worldwide Epidemic
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I have, often got a little irritated as this 'star' became somewhat over indulged and 'spoilt'.
This book gives us, the listener/reader a wonderful insight into a man who was saved by trying to alleviate the plight of another. Elton became Reg again and during that journey we are so lucky that he allows us to 'come along for the ride'.
He learns to really 'love' again. His life partner, a child, a dying young man, a brave Mother and a fine musician named Reg Dwight. By loving oneself you can let yourself love others and that love can do great and powerful things.
Far more to this man than a song and big bucks.
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From the emergence of this epidemic in the 80's when these poor souls were cast out and
ostracised, to how things stand today.
A lot of work still remains to be done to combat this decease.
Attitudes are still a problem to overcome especially in the lesser developed countries.
Elton John continues to support this cause through his Aids Foundation.
Illuminating look at Aids
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WOW!
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Elton John's moving story of his life.
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Would you try another book from Elton John and/or Elton John?
Yes.Would you be willing to try another book from Elton John? Why or why not?
Yes. Interested in Elton John and his charitible interests.Have you listened to any of Elton John’s other performances before? How does this one compare?
This is the only audiobook of his of which I am aware.Was Love Is the Cure worth the listening time?
Yes.Any additional comments?
To hear Elton John reading his own book emphasized the passion for which he has for continuing to bring awareness and finding a cure to AIDS.AIDS awareness
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The stories he tells, in his own words, will leave you in tears. None of these stories is as touching as the angel that was Ryan White. If you ever want to humble yourself, go read up about Ryan and the turmoils he and his family endured.
There’s nothing quite like hearing Elton read his book, in his own words. This gives the audiobook a little something extra, in my opinion. You can hear the profound love in his voice.
Elton is my idol and this book is very important. Everyone could benefit from the message, if they just listen. Love is the cure and Elton has done his duty to humanity to spread this simple message.
A knight fighting against AIDS
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A wonderful book that will touch your heart.
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An inspiring book on the fight against AIDS
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I'll read anything read by Elton John.
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