A WONDEROUS REVIEW

It was my birthday last month and my wife, bless her, bought me a copy of

[Prog editor Jerry Ewing’s book] Wonderous Stories.

Firstly, let me say that I enjoyed it so much I finished reading it the same day (she may regret this present). I found your book a fantastic read and it covered all the bases without going into tiresome detail or lengthy histories of bands we all

know well. It was pleasing to note that the sections covering albums that defined prog all sit proudly in my collection.

Secondly, and although you pointed out quite clearly that you may miss one’s favourite band, it was great to see Barclay James Harvest get a mention along with XTC and Tears For Fears. I always thought Andy Partridge was underestimated and Apple Venus Volume 1 is testament enough of his prog leanings. Equally, Roland Orzabal with the Raoul And The Kings Of Spain album and his Tomcats Screaming Outside, the latter released under TFF but very much a solo album, also displayed his great talent.

Enough of my ramblings. To finish,

I’d like to express my appreciation for the time, effort and no doubt sleepless nights at the expense of family that obviously went into putting Wonderous Stories together. From my perspective it did the job exceedingly well, and once

I’ve wrestled it back from a prog-loving friend, I shall enjoy reading it again.

Look forward to the next book!

Colin Logue, Melbourne, Australia