<P>BON JOVI: WHEN WE WERE BEAUTIFUL is an intimate look at one of America&#8242;s most enduringly popular bands after 25 years of hits&#44; fame&#44; tours and troubles. It is the companion to a major documentary to be released in Fall 09 to coincide with the band&#8242;s anniversary. The documentary follows the band on their 2008 Lost Highway tour and at home&#44; talking about everything from life on the road and onstage to band members&#8242; own personal crises. </P> <P> The book is illustrated with gorgeous new photos and stills from the documentary&#44; providing unprecedented insights into a band that is known for staying away from the media. Archival photographs provide the complete picture of the band&#8242;s extraordinary reign at the top of the charts. Jon Bon Jovi is writing an introduction and text throughout the book&#44; and the other band members&#44; including Richie Sambora&#44; are contributing extended captions. This is a unique portrait of rock legends after 25 years together&#44; reflecting on their past as well looking forward to the future.</P>