Songbook (Hardcover)
What will people think if you play Van Morrison at your funeral? When was the last time you listened to Pet Sounds? How does a mandolin solo illustrate or clarify the plight of Eskimos,anyway? In 26 song profiles that are hilarious,nostalgic,and deeply personal,one of our greatest music critics reminds us how much pop songs affect our lives. After all,as Hornby says,?Theres something in us that is beyond the reach of words... Its the best part of us,probably,the richest and strangest part.