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The Passionate Eye: The Collected Writings of Suzanne Vega (Paperback)

by Suzanne Vega (Author)
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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: HarperCollins; 1st HarperEntertainment Ed edition (17 Jul 2001)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0380788829
  • ISBN-13: 978-0380788828
  • Product Dimensions: 23 x 14 x 2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 535,134 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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?Suzanne Vega is a writer at heart?[The Passionate Eye is a] sharply observed compilation of poetry, confessional vignettes, and journal entries?Vega proves adept at spotting uncommon details and conveying them in unfettered prose.?--"Entertainment Weekly?Arresting and surprising?lively, insightful, frequently very funny?["The Passionate Eye]is marked by small truths about our lives, little revelations discovered through our quotidian days and lonely nights?Vega not only has a terrific eye for detail, but she has a narrative voice that is compelling and convincing.?--"Boston Tab"Like her music, Vega's prose is studded with precise images that prove her a keen observer of the world around her."--"Publisher's Weekly

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The folk singer presents lyrics, interviews, and essays that reflect both her work and her personal life.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excelent book for any fan of any Singer-Songwriter., 10 April 1999
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An absolute must read for fans of Suzanne Vega. You can see the creative process at work over time. 100% pure wonderful.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars a fascinating look into the imagination of a songwriter, 17 Jan 2000
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...I was pleased to discover that it was not a let-down. Despite having read mixed reviews I found this to be a fascinating look into the workings of Suzanne's mind and the past influences of one of the best singer-songwriters of the last twenty years.
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8 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Pretty disappointing - esp. as I love her music so much, 6 Nov 2002
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Vega's music is up there in my top 5 fave artists so I was very much looking forward to this book. However, I was very disappointed to see it padded with her lyrics - I already have them, thanks! - and to see elements of bad grammar (doesn't know the difference between whom/who and confuses who's and whose) which surprised me greatly given that her command of English is so good. Some of the poetry was a bit childish - no, not childlike, but childish - and clumsy. Occasionally she totally hits the mark and produces her trademark gems of observation and wit, but these were few and far between. I feel like I have a better insight into her life and times, though, and would recommend this book despite my reservations about her as a poet and writer. More music please, or maybe a proper autobiography?!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Kinda weird - which is just as you would expect
Did Suzanne Vega really write all of her best songs before she was 17? You can't really tell from this book, which is set out apparently chronologically, with poetry, songs and... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Martin Turner

5.0 out of 5 stars Dream autobiography
A carefully sequenced omnibus of lyrics, poems, short stories, magazine articles and other confessional writings from the singer-songwriter, charting her journey from tough NYC... Read more
Published 17 months ago by Tokai

5.0 out of 5 stars A book of complete brilliance
Suzanne Vega, despite her celebrity status, is a true poet and prose writer. Every teenage person looking for inspiration should pick up this book and just dive right in!
Published on 11 Jun 1999

4.0 out of 5 stars The truth behind that child's face
I never thought Suzanne Vega was such a fighter, and not literally. One thing that this book will definelly cause you is surprise, a must-read to Suzanne Vega fans that might... Read more
Published on 25 April 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A creative inner view
When you first pick this book up and you have no other knowledge of the writer of lyrics, a clear mind, then you will experience the very edges of the emotional scale, the... Read more
Published on 18 April 1999

2.0 out of 5 stars Disappointing
I only wish that those who truly have talent could have poetry published as readily as "celebrities" whose talent is at best childish. Read more
Published on 29 Mar 1999

1.0 out of 5 stars Where is the talent?
I work at a library, and we purchased this book just because Suzanne Vega was having a book signing at Borders. Where is the talent in this book? Read more
Published on 15 Mar 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, thoughtful, with a (large) pinch of pure genius
I have only just begun to read this mix of life, thought and images. I love it so far. There could be no more fitting a title to a book whose writer has such a vision as she does... Read more
Published on 23 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A excellent insight into the mind of a great Artist!
A wonderful book that helps you see the world through her eyes. The writings are very insightful and full of meaning. Read more
Published on 20 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars A MASTERPIECE FULL OF RICH STORYTELLING.
LIKE SUZANNE'S MUSIC, HER STORIES ARE TOLD LIKE THE WAY THEY SHOULD...FROM THE HEART AND SOUL.
Published on 17 Feb 1999

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