First Line: "Beware of sadness," George Harrison sang in one of his most beautiful ballads.

George Harrison may have been known as the Quiet Beatle, but his accomplishments speak loudly. Singer, songwriter, movie mogul (he started Handmade Films when his friend Eric Idle couldn't find backing for "The Life of Brian"), accomplished musician, spiritual seeker--Harrison made his mark in many fields. The text is centered on interviews and features taken from Rolling Stone, but there are also new pieces. Photos are a big part of the book, and a discography and stories behind the songs are excellent additions.

I've come very late to my appreciation of the Beatles. I grew up in an Elvis home. Now that I'm married to a diehard Beatles fan, I'm slowly picking up the knowledge that passed me by a few decades ago. Back then I never owned a Beatles album, but I knew all the words to the songs...and George Harrison was the one who caught my eye the most. I learned quite a lot about this Quiet Beatle on a quiet Sunday afternoon. ( )