Originally published in 1978 as The Beach Boys and the California Myth, this groundbreaking study was both the first full-length book on the band and the first to recognize Brian Wilson as one of the most significant and influential artists of the 20th century. Covering the turbulent family strife and internal conflicts as well as giving proper attention to the remarkable music, the book was an instant classic. An intimate look at Brian's rollercoaster...

This gathering of superstars and legends takes us on an amazing musical journey through an unparalleled body of work ... and along the way we learn the story of a survivor who has brought us a lifetime of memorable music