This book is a comprehensive look at
Goodman's life and music. Goodman's "City
of New Orleans" became an anthem of his
generation, and many considered him to be
the most galvanizing entertainer of his time.

With details and anecdotes from more
than 1,060 original interviews, the book
explores Goodman's personality and character
and shows how his music - hilarious,
touching and provocative - uplifted millions
from the late 1960s to the early 1980s and
continues to do so today.

Includes interviews with friends, family
and celebrities, including Arlo Guthrie,
Jimmy Buffett, Kris Kristofferson, Bonnie
Raitt, Steve Martin, Willie Nelson, Emmylou
Harris, Studs Terkel, Judy Collins, Pete
Seeger, and Goodman¹s high-school classmate,
Hillary Rodham Clinton.

800-8x10 pages including a 32-page color
section, 465 bw photos, a comprehensive
discography, videography, index and 18-
track CD with songs written and performed
by other artists in tribute to Goodman.
Available in May, 2007.