Each chapter of Nowhere Man offers a glimpse into different aspects of Lennon's life, including John€s relationship with Yoko, parenthood, drug use, and his pseudoscientific, esoteric and religious forays. The portrait that emerges is a life during a time of turmoil that is just reaching creative renewal, only to be cut short by an act of delusional violence.

Rosen€s work reveals a very human side of this beloved cultural icon, giving the reader a compelling account of John€s solitary struggle to create a meaningful life in the glaring spotlight of fame. The addition of photos throughout the book places the reader in Lennon€s environs, adding a strong visual dimension.