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The Complete Lyrics 1978–2022
The Complete Lyrics 1978–2022
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Spanning Nick Cave's entire career, from his writing for The Birthday Party, through highly acclaimed albums like Murder Ballads, Henry's Dream, and Dig, Lazarus, Dig!!! up to his latest release, Ghosteen, this is a must-have book for all fans of the dark, the beautiful, and the defiant - for all fans of the songs of Nick Cave.
'Nick Cave is surely Australia's finest living songwriter' Mail
'He is an Australian artist like Sidney Nolan is an Australian artist - beyond comparison, beyond genre, beyond dispute' Evening Standard
'Cave's lyrics deal with passion on the edge, are peopled with mad bayou preachers, black-hearted lovers, and killers. His language is rich, poetic, apocalyptic' Guardian
'Richly poetic creations which live a second life on the page. Essential reading' Vox
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One Line Summary
Nick Cave’s poetic, darkly compelling song lyrics collection.
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Who is this book for?
If you're captivated by Nick Cave's poetic and intense songwriting, this collection of lyrics from 1978 to 2022 is a treasure. Fans and newcomers alike will appreciate the chance to dive into the rich, evocative words behind his most iconic songs, revealing the layered stories and powerful imagery that define his work. It’s a perfect book to revisit his dark imagination and poetic voice.