This biography tells the story of Neil Young's life and career: from his childhood in Canada to the founding of folk-rock pioneers Buffalo Springfield; the success of Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young; to the Geffen years; and his unprecedented 1990s "comeback".[...]

A chronicle of the enigmatic performer reveals his lonely childhood, struggle with epilepsy, role as a father to a child with cerebral palsy, efforts as an awareness advocate, and achievements as a musician and band member.[...]