Kurt Cobain

This informative title highlights the life of Kurt Cobain. Readers will learn about CobainÍs background and his role in the formation of the groundbreaking band Nirvana. CobainÍs unstable childhood in Aberdeen Washington is detailed as well as his drug and alcohol use. CobainÍs early musical work is discussed, as well as his formation of Nirvana and his collaboration with Dave Grohl and Chris Novoselic. NirvanaÍs albums Bleach, Nevermind, and In Utero are introduced, as is the bandÍs breakout hit Smells Like Teen Spirit. CobainÍs courtship with Courtney Love is included, as is their marriage and the birth of their daughter Frances. CobainÍs descent into heroin addiction is included, leading to his death by self-inflicted gunshot wound at age 27. This book includes details of CobainÍs life and covers the controversies surrounding his life and death. Lives Cut Short is a series in Essential Library, an imprint of ABDO Publishing Company.