Book - David Bowie Is

Inside the world of David Bowie

David Bowie Is is the official book created from the landmark Victoria and Albert Museum exhibition. This revised paperback edition offers an extraordinary look at the artist’s creative life through material from his personal archive.

With access to more than 80,000 objects, including performance costumes, handwritten lyrics, original artwork, and personal ephemera, the book follows Bowie’s evolution from his early days in London through the otherworldly personas of Ziggy Stardust and beyond.

What makes it special

• Created to accompany the landmark V&A exhibition
• Revised paperback edition
• Features material from David Bowie’s personal archive
• Includes costumes, lyrics, artwork, and ephemera
• Traces Bowie’s influence on music, art, fashion, and culture

Part biography, part art book, and part cultural document, David Bowie Is is a compelling introduction for new fans and a striking archival volume for longtime devotees.