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Quantum Criminals: Ramblers, Wild Gamblers, And Other Sole Survivors From The Songs Of Steely Dan (American Music Series)
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?One Of The Sharpest, Funniest, And Best Books Ever About Any Rock Artist?Rolling Stone?Weird And Wondrous?New York Times?I Adored It?Michael Chabona Literary And Visual Exploration Of The Songs Of Steely Dan.Steely Dan?S Songs Are Exercises In Fictional Worldbuilding. No One Else In The Classicrock Canon Has Conjured A More Vivid Cast Of Rogues And Heroes, Creeps And Schmucks, Lovers And Dreamers And Coldblooded Operatorsor Imbued Their Characters With So Much Humanity.Pulling From History, Lived Experience, Pulp Fiction, The Lore Of The Counterculture, And Their Own Darkly Comic Imaginations, Donald Fagen And Walter Becker Summoned Protagonists Who Seemed Like Fully Formed People With Complicated Pasts, Scars They Don?T Talk About, Delusions And Desires And Memories They Can?T Shake. From Rikki To Dr. Wu, Hoops Mccann To Kid Charlemagne, Franny From Nyu To The Woolly Man Without A Face, Every Name Is A Lockedroom Mystery, Beguiling Listeners And Earning The Band An Exceptionally Passionate And Evergrowing Cult Fandom.Quantum Criminals Presents The World Of Steely Dan As It Has Never Been Seen, Much Less Heard. Artist Joan Lemay Has Crafted Lively, Colorsaturated Images Of Her Favorite Characters From The Daniverse To Accompany Writer Alex Pappademas?S Explorations Of The Famous And Obscure Songs That Inspired Each Painting, In Short Essays Full Of Cultural Context, Wild Speculation, Inspired Dotconnecting, And The Occasional Conspiracy Theory. All Of It Is Refracted Through The Perspectives Of The Characters Themselves, Making For A Musical Companion Unlike Any Other. Funny, Discerning, And Visually Stunning, Quantum Criminals Is A Singular Celebration Of Steely Dan?S Musical Cosmos.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Quantum Criminals'? A: 'Quantum Criminals' explores the songs of Steely Dan, highlighting the fictional characters and narratives within their music through literary and artistic interpretations.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Quantum Criminals'? A: The book is authored by Alex Pappademas, who provides insights and analyses of Steely Dan's songs.
- Q: What type of illustrations can I expect in this book? A: The book features lively, color-saturated illustrations by artist Joan LeMay, depicting characters from the Steely Dan universe.
- Q: How many pages does 'Quantum Criminals' have? A: 'Quantum Criminals' contains 280 pages of content, combining text and illustrations.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: This edition of 'Quantum Criminals' is a hardcover, making it durable and suitable for display.
- Q: When was 'Quantum Criminals' published? A: 'Quantum Criminals' was published on May 9, 2023.
- Q: Is 'Quantum Criminals' suitable for fans of Steely Dan? A: Yes, 'Quantum Criminals' is designed for fans of Steely Dan, providing a deep exploration of their music and characters.
- Q: Are there any notable reviews for 'Quantum Criminals'? A: 'Quantum Criminals' has received positive reviews, with publications like Rolling Stone and The New York Times praising its sharp insights and creativity.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book delves into themes of fictional world-building, character complexity, and cultural context as related to Steely Dan's songs.
- Q: Is there any specific audience for 'Quantum Criminals'? A: 'Quantum Criminals' appeals to music enthusiasts, particularly those interested in rock history, literary analysis, and visual art related to music.