Hymns to the Silence: Inside the Words and Music of Van Morrison

by Peter Mills

Book Overview

This is a groundbreaking study of every aspect of Van Morrison's artistic career - his influences, lyrical themes, vocal performances, his relationship with America, and more. In 1991 Van Morrison said, 'Music is spiritual, the music business isn't'. Peter Mills' groundbreaking book investigates the oppositions and harmonies within the work of Van Morrison, proceeding from this identified starting point. "Hymns to the Silence" is a detailed investigative...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0826429769
• ISBN13: 9780826429766
• Release Date: April 2010
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 0.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 8.9"