One of my favorite types of rare Beatles books is the titles about gigs they performed at locations in Europe that may not be well-known to many who live in the US or other countries outside of Europe.
Author Simon Hurford has written a couple of UK Beatles titles that were of great interest to me. The more recent title “There’s a Place” is featured on top followed by a photo of his earlier work, “Twist and Shout, The Beatles in Bath 1963.”
These rare Beatles books and the stories surrounding them are so interesting because they virtually always feature stories and information that are not commonplace or well-known by the typical Beatles fan. That coupled with the titles being usually limited to a UK release makes them more appealing than the more widely circulated Beatles books that appear all over the world.
Front cover of the 2nd Simon Hurford Beatles book: There’s a Place
Back cover of the “There’s a Place Hurford title:
The signature page of the 2nd Simon Hurford Beatles book:
Simon’s first Beatles Book:
This book was incredibly difficult to find. Would like to thank Geoff Clode for his assistance in acquiring a copy of this title.
Inquiries about these 2 books can be sent to: sphurford@yahoo.co.uk
Do you collect or buy books like these? Do you have a favourite? Let me know.
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Great article! I purchased 2 other Beatles books recently titled “Some Fun Tonight” Volume 1 & 2. Rare photos and facts of their touring years 1964 1965 1966. Great stuff!
I agree with you Ed. The Gunderson 2 volume Beatles tour volumes are superb! I plan on doing a post about them in the future!
I like these books. I have “The Beatles in Scotland”, “UK Tours 1963-1965”, “The Beatles in Ireland”, “The Beatles and Bournemouth” and in Holland, in Italy and more. They are all very interesting.
Completely agree with you Alfred. I enjoy both the details of those country specific gigs in the books, but I love to view the obscure photos as well!