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The Soloist: A Lost Dream, an Unlikely Friendship, and the Redemptive Power of Music
The Soloist A Lost Dream an Unlikely Friendship and the Redemptive Power of Music
Author: Steve Lopez
The true story of Nathaniel Ayers, a musician who becomes schizophrenic and homeless, and his friendship with Steve Lopez, the Los Angeles columnist who discovers and writes about him in the newspaper.
ISBN-13: 9780399155062
ISBN-10: 0399155066
Publication Date: 5/1/2008
Pages: 288
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  • Currently 4.3/5 Stars.
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4.3 stars, based on 14 ratings
Publisher: Putnam Adult
Book Type: Hardcover
Other Versions: Paperback, Audio Cassette
Members Wishing: 2
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Listened to audio-book & was intrigued throughout the whole story. Loved it! Of course, as of spring/summer 2009 this will be a movie! Moving & inspiring!
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I enjoyed this book.Homelessness is such a complicated issue however Lopez was very honest in his relationship with Nathaniel. His story helped me to better understand mental illness and the ways society can reach out should be encouraged . It is so sad to realize many of the people that are on the streets can be helped it is just a very slow process and can only be accomplished with all parties willing to try.The story left me wondering how Nathaniel is today and I wonder how his story will go forth.


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