Touching From a Distance: Ian Curtis and Joy Division

The sole in-depth biographical account of Joy Division's legendary lead singer, penned by his widow, includes a foreword by Jon Savage and an introduction by Joy Division drummer, Stephen Morris.

Revered by his contemporaries and idolised by his fans, Ian Curtis left behind a legacy rich in artistic genius. Mesmerising on stage yet introverted and prone to desperate mood swings in his private life, Curtis tragically took his own life on 18th May 1980.

Touching from a Distance chronicles how, with a wife, a child, and impending international fame, Curtis was seemingly drawn to the allure of an early grave. Regarded as the essential book on the quintessential icon of the post-punk era, Touching from a Distance also features a complete collection of Curtis's lyrics, alongside a comprehensive discography and gig list.