Anyone who's ever encountered one of Nick Cave's Soundsuits - whether in a gallery or on the street - can't help but be fascinated with these brightly hued, provocative constructions that function as both costume and sculpture. The most comprehensive survey of the artist's work to date, this large-f[...]

This book includes essays by a diverse group of scholars and experts. It offers a comprehensive study of Nick Cave's work as a singer-songwriter, poetic novelist and film and theatre performer. It draws on historical, psychological, pedagogical, and generic perspectives. It is a lucid overview that [...]