{"product_id":"a-perfect-union-of-contrary-things-9781617137273","title":"A Perfect Union of Contrary Things","description":"Actor, performer, musician, entrepreneur, winemaker, athlete, writer, curious adventurer - Maynard James Keenan is the embodiment of the archetypal artist. Best known as the vocalist in award-winning groups Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, he has trusted the path he's followed and heeded his inner voice, ever open to synchronicities and unexpected turnings along the way. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eUntil now, fans of Maynard James Keenan - or MJK, as he is often called - have had access to only an abridged version of his story. In \u003ci\u003eA Perfect Union of Contrary Things\u003c\/i\u003e, Keenan partners with his friend of 30 years, Sarah Jensen, to present a full account of his life and career. From his Midwest childhood to his years in the army to his time in art school - and from his stint at a Boston pet shop to his place in the international spotlight and his influence on contemporary music and regional winemaking - the book chronicles the events that led MJK to take one step after the next, to change direction, to explore sometimes surprising opportunities. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIncluded are sidebars in his own words, often humorous anecdotes that illuminate the narrative, as well as commentary by his family members, friends, instructors, and industry colleagues. It also features a foreword by Alex Grey, an American visionary artist and longtime friend of Keenan, along with a bounty photos of Keenan from childhood to the present. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA comprehensive portrayal of a versatile and dedicated artist, \u003ci\u003eA Perfect Union of Contrary Things\u003c\/i\u003e pays homage to the people and places that shaped the man and his art. A \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e Bestseller in hardcover, it is presented here for the first time in paperback.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Backbeat Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50700184518930,"sku":"9781617137273","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/71JOoX8zAxL._SL1500_530221b9-c3f5-4a6d-9534-0d81e6f6e013.jpg?v=1734361341","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/a-perfect-union-of-contrary-things-9781617137273","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}