YOUNG, Neil. Waging Heavy Peace (Signed edition)

London: Penguin Books, 2013. pp. 497. Paperback. A very good copy with slight foxing as shown on image.

Waging Heavy Peace by Neil Young is an introspective and free-flowing memoir that offers readers a glimpse into the legendary musician’s life, career, and personal philosophies. Published in 2012, the book is written in a stream-of-consciousness style, reflecting Young’s distinctive voice and unconventional approach to storytelling.

Unlike many rock autobiographies, Waging Heavy Peace is not structured as a linear retelling of Young’s life. Instead, it moves fluidly between different time periods, covering his early days with Buffalo Springfield, his success with Crazy Horse, and his solo career. He also delves into his personal interests, including his passion for vintage cars, his devotion to environmental causes, and his ambitious quest to develop high-quality digital music through the Pono project.

The memoir provides candid reflections on his creative process, friendships, and struggles, including his decision to embrace sobriety after years of heavy substance use. Rather than focusing solely on past glories, Young remains forward-thinking, contemplating the future of music and technology.

Waging Heavy Peace is a deeply personal and unfiltered look at an artist who has never followed the rules, making it a must-read for fans of Neil Young and anyone interested in a unique perspective on music and life. Autograph copies of Neil Young's works are becoming very rare.

[WR]