The Life and Death of John Lennon

This chapter explores the profound impact of John Lennon's death on public consciousness while reflecting on his life, particularly his years in New York City. It contrasts Lennon's emergence as a family man and musician with the troubled psyche of his assassin, Mark David Chapman, delving into the factors that drove Chapman to commit such an act. Through personal anecdotes and historical context, the chapter illuminates the complexity of both Lennon's legacy and the dark path leading to his untimely demise.