Touching from a Distance: Ian Curtis and Joy Division

The only in-depth biographical accoutn of the lead singer of Joy Division, written by his widow.

Revered by his peers -- Bono described his voice as "holy" -- and idolized by his fans, Ian Curtis left …

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