Nugent, Benjamin
Elliott Smith and the Big Nothing
- ISBN 13:
- 9780306814471
- author:
- Nugent, Benjamin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Da Capo Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2005
- Pages:
- 238
- Dimensions:
- 208mm X 139mm
- Genre:
- Biography: film, television & music
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Elliott Smith and the Big Nothing by Benjamin Nugent is a deeply personal and insightful portrait of an artist whose life was inextricably linked to his music. The book delves into the complex interplay between Smith's life and art, exploring the highs and lows of his career, including his Oscar-nominated song "Miss Misery" from the Good Will Hunting soundtrack. As Elliott Smith's fame grew, so did his struggles with depression and substance abuse. Nugent draws on new interviews with those who knew and loved Smith to paint a nuanced picture of an enormously gifted, yet troubled, artist. The result is a compelling and sympathetic portrayal that sheds light on the often-overlooked human side of this iconic musician. Through its thoughtful exploration of Smith's life and music, Elliott Smith and the Big Nothing offers a unique perspective on the artist and his work, one that is both informative and deeply moving.
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