There are easily hundreds of books that have chronicled every aspect of the lives of John Lennon and The Beatles over past five decades. Here are a collection of some recent books that we like:

• John Lennon: The Life By Phillip Norman
  Norman, who also wrote the comprehensive Beatles best seller, "Shout!," brings a fresh and intimate perspective to Lennon's entire life from his rebellious youth through his extraordinary career and contented final days. New interviews with Yoko Ono, Paul McCartney and others who were truly close with John make this a must read for Lennon fans!
  
  
• Memories of John Lennon By Yoko Ono
  As the keeper of her late husband’s legacy, Ono lovingly collected intimate reminiscences of Lennon from his famous friends and admirers including Mick Jagger, Elton John, Bono, Alicia Keys and Lennon Tribute creator, Joe Raiola. A heartfelt appreciation of the music icon.
  
  
• John Lennon: The New York Years By Bob Gruen
  Gruen first photographed Lennon in 1971 and went on to shoot some of the best-known images of his days in New York. His personal anecdotes and intimate photos create a compelling portrait of Lennon’s final decade.
  
  
• Life Magazine: Remembering John Lennon: 25 Years Later By The Editors of Life Magazine
  This engaging photographic retrospective of Lennon's life, from childhood snapshots through Bealtemania and then his years with Yoko, is the perfect coffee table book for Lennon fans.
  
  
• Lennon Revealed By Larry Kane
  Kane, an award-winning journalist who developed a lasting friendship with Lennon during the the Beatles' touring days, paints a revealing portrait of the man behind the legend which includes recent interviews with many Lennon intimates. Even if you have read many books about the former Beatle, you're sure to discover new stories in this entertaining volume.
  
  
• John Lennon: In His Own Words By Ken Lawrence
  This book for brings to life Lennon's wit, his famous sarcasm and the thoughtful reflections of a man who never afraid to share his beliefs or speak mind on virtually any subject. Ultimately, Lennon's own words say more about his life than any biography can.
  
  
• John Lennon: All I Want is the Truth By Elizabeth Partridge
  Although it is aimed at teens, this comprehensive and captivating biography deserves a place on our list as it introduces John Lennon's legacy to a new generation and is satisfying for older fans as well. Partridge chronicles Lennon's life along with the world events that inspired his creativity and evolution as an artist.
  
  
• John Lennon By June Preszler
  Written specifically for even younger children (ages 9 and up,) Preszler touches on the key milestones in Lennon's life and his continuing influence on today’s music artists. A ‘Learn About’ list summarizes the topics and events covered in every chapter.
  
  
• The Beatles: The Biography By Bob Spitz
  Bob Spitz’ decade of extensive research has resulted in this candid, comprehensive and unflinching account of the Beatles' career, from the band’s meteoric rise to fame through the band’s notorious break-up. The book captures the top spot on our list as one of the most all-encompassing biographies ever written about the Fab Four.
  
  
• The Beatles Solo on Apple Records By Bruce Spizer
  Spizer continues his documented and detailed accounts of the Beatles' recording career with an in-depth look at their solo work through 1975. Stuffed with hundreds of seldom seen images, this book rounds out our list with a fascinating portrait of each Beatle's musical evolution after the band’s break-up.
  
  
• Can’t But Me Love: The Beatles Britain And America By Jonathan Gould
  When it was published in 2007, one had to ask, “Do we really need another biography of the Beatles?” Turns out we did. This terrific book offers an illuminating and fresh perspective. It’s both a musical and sociological study, beautifully written and a compelling read.