Johnny Cash: The Life In Lyrics

Amazing book! Well researched. Great examples of songs and poetry. Love the pictures. Highly recommend.

A lot has rightly been written and said about Johnny Cash. After all, if American music is a constellation of stars, Cash is the universe. Like the Man, himself, those books often end up being a tale of contradictions - partly truth and partly fiction.If you thought everything about Johnny Cash had been said though or that what has been previously said was definitive, think again.This book focuses on the fact and leaves the fiction to others. If you are only going to own one book on Johnny Cash (besides Cash's excellent autobiography, "Cash"), this is the one, but that is no surprise when you read the "by" line and learn that foremost, Cashologist Mark Stielper wrote it. Stielper's insightful words draw on a bottomless reservoir of Cash history that even Cash marveled at, once saying that, "if you want to know what REALLY happened, ask Mark." Indeed, Stielper knew the Man and was present to watch the history he now recites as it was being made.Here, Stielper conducts a masterclass into Cash's life and songs as no one has done before. Through his lease, we see more clearly the ever before that Cash's lyrics WERE his life. Perhaps that is why if you always thought that Johnny Cash's lyrical writings rang true, they do. He was simply writing about the things he knew.If you have only ever LISTENED to Cash's words, this book is for you. Stripped of Cash's commanding voice and laid bare on the page, Cash's genius is even more impressive . . . if that is possible.There are also some things Cash's only son says too.Definitive. Defining. A book finally worthy of the majesty of Johnny Cash's legacy.

When I saw this and saw the price, I was hesitant to buy. My father in law has everything, so i went ahead and bought it. He will love it. It is a huge, hardcover book with tons of pics. What a great find. Well worth the money if you are trying to find a gift for a Johnny Cash lover. Highly recommend!

I have been a CASH fan for most of my life. Even as a kid, the Lyric's said it all. Cash was able to take stories of everyday life and turn it into music. This book also has the insight of John Carter Cash...to give the reader the rest of the story behind the songs......it reads even better with Cash music in the background.

This book is amazing. Lots of interesting facts and stories about Johnny Cash. Will read this many times, I am sure. The quality of the book is very good, too.

He quite is bored but has trouble reading books at any length. He is going through this book a little at a time. He knew a lot of Cash's history but is still learning new things through this book. Only set back: crazy heavy for the older people to pick up and/or put in their lap. Must look at from a desk or coffee table.

If you are a fan of Johnny Cash this is a must have book. It takes you through his life journey in very fine detail. Thank you John Carter Cash for letting us see your Dad`s story.

This is one on the most important music books of 2023 to students of great songs. Tons of lyrics and pictures will help you understand Johnny Cash as a man and as an artist. He has written more than six hundred songs and these 125 of them will help you better understand how great this man was!

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The first copy that arrived was damaged at the corners. Also the dust sleeve wasn't ok. But while it was on his way back to sender, I allready received a new perfect copy as asked. THANK YOU FOR THAT FAST AND PERFECT SERVICE!

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Le parcours de vie et de carrière de Johnny Cash au travers des paroles de 125 chansons qu'il a écrites.De nombreuses photos d'excellentes qualités,pour la plupart,pleines pages et en noir et blanc,vraiment sublimes.On découvre également des informations personnelles ainsi que des documents fournis par son fils John Carter Cash.A la lecture de ce livre,on se rend vraiment compte de la grande humanité et humilité dont faisait preuve Johnny Cash,de sa rédemption,de ses croyances,de sa soif d'apprendre et de l'intérêt qu'il portait au genre humain.Toujours prêt à aider autrui.C'est avec une admiration encore plus grande pour l'homme et l'artiste que j'ai refermé ce magnifique ouvrage(rédigé en Anglais,en ce qui concerne mon exemplaire).