Jimi Hendrix cut a mesmerising figure striding through the grey London streets in late 1966 with his long hair and extraordinary clothes. This book traces the story in detail from him leaving New York in 1966 to arriving back home for the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. The book offers a unique insight into the Hendrix story by talking with those who knew him best - many of whom have never gone on record before. Brian Southall 's other books include the Official History of Abbey Road Studios , Simply Red: The Official Story , and Beatles Memorabilia with Julian Lennon.