May Pang was John Lennon‘s go to romance when his marriage to second wife Yoko Ono broke down. May Pang lived with John Lennon from the summer of 1973 until early 1975, when he reconciled with Yoko. During their 18 month relationship, she photographed what looked like blissful times, with an instamatic camera and proceeded to put the pictures in a shoebox that she kept under her bed.
May has created a book of photos that she has just released. The 140 page collection of casual photos chronicles their romantic interlude. One of her desires was to dispel the rumors that the famous Beatle was depressed and reclusive during the last years of his life. She declares that nothing could have been farther from the truth and offers up her montage as proof that he was deeply engaged in living prior to his murder at age 40 in 1980.
Make no mistake – this is not May Pang’s first entry into the writing arena. She published a book in 1983 titled Loving John, where she poured out her heart and soul. This new effort is an added gift to all of Lennon’s fans, young and old, who welcome another opportunity to see the talented man doing everyday things.
Check out more of the Lennon photos after the jump.