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New York Times Bestseller A Perfect Union of Contrary Things is the authorized biography of musician and vintner Maynard James Keenan. Co-author Sarah Jensen's 30-year friendship with Keenan gives her unique insight into his history and career trajectory. The book traces Keenan's journey from his Midwest childhood to his years in the Army to his time in art school, from his stint at a Boston pet shop to his place in the international spotlight and his influence on contemporary music and regional winemaking. A comprehensive portrayal of a versatile and dedicated artist, A Perfect Union of Contrary Things pays homage to the people and places that shaped the man and his art. Until now, Maynard's fans have had access to only an abridged version of his story. A Perfect Union of Contrary Things presents the outtakes, the scenes of disappointment and triumph, and the events that led him to take one step after the next, to change direction, to explore sometimes surprising opportunities. Included 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. The book also features a foreword by Alex Grey, an American visionary artist and longtime friend of Keenan. Accompanying the text are photos of Keenan from childhood to the present. Maynard's story is a metaphor for the reader's own evolution and an encouragement to follow one's dreams, hold fast to individual integrity, and work ceaselessly to fulfill our creative potential. 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. Written by Sarah Jensen, Keenan’s friend of more than thirty years, A Perfect Union of Contrary Things artfully traces his journey from his Midwest childhood to his years in the Army to his time in art school, from his stint at a Boston pet shop to his move to the Arizona desert and his place in the international spotlight. The account transcends the personal and becomes a metaphor for the readers’ own evolution: an encouragement to follow our dreams, hold fast to our individual integrity, and work ceaselessly to fulfill our creative potential. Until now, his fans have had access to only an abridged version of Keenan’s story. His fully authorized biography is a comprehensive portrayal of the versatile and dedicated artist and successful vintner, presenting the outtakes, the scenes of disappointment and triumph, the prime influences and events that shaped his life and his work. Included 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, and photos of Keenan from childhood to the present. Keenan’s longtime friend, American visionary artist Alex Grey, explains in his foreword, “Maynard’s message points us back to ourselves, and the lesson of his life is our artistic challenge: Be positively inebriated with life, be true to yourself, spiral out, keep going, keep growing.” biography In this authorized biography, the musician best known as the lead vocalist in the bands Tool, A Perfect Circle, and Puscifer, as well as a successful vintner, gives insight into his history and career trajectory. The book traces Keenan's journey from his Midwest childhood to his years in the Army to his time in art school, from his stint at a Boston pet shop to his place in the international spotlight and his influence on contemporary music and regional winemaking. In The First Authorized Biography Of The Musician Best Known As The Lead Vocalist In The Bands Tool, A Perfect Circle, And Puscifer, As Well As A Successful Vintner, Gives Unique Insight Into His History And Career Trajectory. Sarah Jensen With Maynard James Keenan. An Authorized Biography Of Musician And Vintner Maynard James Keenan--amazon.com.