PRAISE FOR
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“A fascinating exploration into the life of late legend Jerry Garcia, as told by close friends, relatives, Grateful Dead bandmates, and other members of the music intelligentsia.”
—Billboard
“This testimonial by people who knew him will be embraced like an extra-long set.”
—Playboy
“Greenfield renders an unflinching portrait of one of the most prolific and enigmatic figures in American music.”
—San Francisco Chronicle
“A poignant glimpse of a man with extraordinary power who ultimately used that power against himself.”
—Boston Globe
“Regardless of one’s opinion of the man and his band, this is a fascinating book.... All the bases familiar to fans are touched … but Greenfield presents testimonials from people seldom heard at length who knew Garcia long and well.... This one is a must.”
—Booklist
“Likely a must-buy for mourning Deadheads, the book should also interest casual fans (if there are any), as well as those curious about the San Francisco 1960s scene or about the punishing coincidence of a brilliant but vulnerable artist and an extraordinary time.”
—Publishers Weekly
“Readers will finish with a better understanding of this charismatic musician.”
—Library Journal