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Dolly Parton, Songteller: The ultimate celebration of the life and lyrics of Dolly Parton

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'My name is Dolly Parton, and I am a songwriter. That is how I express myself. In a song, I can go anywhere, and do anything'

Discover the story behind over 150 of Dolly Parton's best-known songs in this landmark book. Told in her own words, this is a treasure trove of anecdotes and musical insights; the perfect gift for Dolly fans this Christmas.

Including stunning rarely-seen and original photography, this is the only book that contains Dolly's own words about her song-writing process and her personal stories behind her most iconic lyrics. From Jolene and 9 to 5 to I Will Always Love You, explore stunning imagery and details around your favourite Dolly song.

Praise for Dolly Parton, Songteller

  • Part annotated songbook, part potted history and part balm for the soul, with Dolly Parton's personality shining out of every page... a lovely peak behind the rhinestone curtain of a true talent. - Daily Express

  • I do unreservedly love Parton's book - who wouldn't want to know the stories behind some of the past century's greatest songs? - The Sunday Times Magazine

  • Now, for the first time, the Smoky Mountain songbird reveals the secrets behind her greatest hits and the real-life events that inspired them. - Sunday Star

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