<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>Spanning a body of work that stands with the greatest of the 20th century, this autobiographical perspective of John Coltrane reveals the quiet man behind the fiery music through interviews, liner notes, personal correspondence, and more. As complete a record as possible, this book includes every known Coltrane interview--many in new and more accurate transcriptions and several previously unpublished--as well as articles, reminiscences, liner notes, and personal correspondence with fans and journalists. A truly intimate portrait of a dedicated musician, this compilation of his wise words on improvisation, music, and life shows why the man and his music continue to inspire devotion, adoration, and joy nearly 50 years after his death.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>"A fascinating and important compendium of the jazz icon's own words. . . . Through these gripping and revealing interviews, Coltrane comes alive. . . . Though many solid books have been written about Coltrane, this compilation of source materials provides an intimate view of the man and his music. Certainly one of the best music books of the year." --<i>Library Journal</i><br><br>"From start to finish, it's nothing short of engrossing." --<i>Smooth</i> magazine<br><br>"The type of book that should be compiled on every great musician. It is an inspired concept that is perfectly done." --<i>Los Angeles Jazz Scene</i><br><br>"There's plenty for a serious jazz fan to absorb from this interesting collection. . . . Coltrane's own words about his music and life deserve our attention." --<i>JazzTimes.com</i><br><br>"Afascinating and important compendium of the jazz icon's own words. . . . Through these gripping and revealing interviews, Coltrane comes alive. . . . Though many solid books have been written about Coltrane, this compilation of source materials provides an intimate view of the man and his music. Certainly one of the best music books of the year." <i>Library Journal</i>"<br><br>The type of book that should be compiled on every great musician. It is an inspired concept that is perfectly done. <i>Los Angeles Jazz Scene</i>"<br><br>There s plenty for a serious jazz fan to absorb from this interesting collection. . . . Coltrane s own words about his music and life deserve our attention. <i>JazzTimes.com</i>"<br><p/><br></br><p><b> About the Author </b></p></br></br><p><b>Chris DeVito</b></b> is a freelance writer, a copy editor, and the lead author of <i>The John Coltrane Reference</i>, which was named the BBC's jazz book of the year in 2008. He lives in Urbana, Illinois.
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