“A Perfect Union of Contrary
Things” is one and only authorized biography of Maynard James Keenan. The book takes us on a journey starting from
the childhood years of Keenan in Midwest to the time spent by him in the Army.
The
book also tells us about his stint at pet shop in Boston to him becoming
internationally famous.
We also get to know about the
influence made by him on regional winemaking and contemporary music. The book “A
Perfect Union of Contrary Things” is a wonderful depiction of a dedicated and
versatile artist. It pays homage to places and people who shaped this person
and his art.
Till this time, the thousands of
fans of Maynard only knew about the abridged version of his story. The book “A
Perfect Union of Contrary Things” tells the readers about the moments of
disappointment and triumph and the circumstances that made Maynard to take one
step after another.
The readers also get to know as
to what made him change directions and opportunities surprised him and how he
explored them.
The book also contains humorous anecdotes in the own words of
Maynard and the commentary that was made his instructors, friends, family
members and industry colleagues.
The book also contains a note
from Alex Grey, who is a longtime friend of Keenan and an American visionary. Readers
can also enjoy many photographs of Keenan from his childhood till the present
time along with representation of his early writings and drawings.
The story of Maynard will
encourage people to follow their dreams. It shows how one can stay composed and
calm during bad times and how to work without tiring to achieve ones dreams.
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