EMERSON LAKE & PALMER Endless Enigma: A Musical Biography (2006 US 704-page softback book - In 'Endless Enigma', author Edward Macan argues that ELP was an important contributor not only to progressive rock, but to 1970s rock in general. Besides a magisterial band biography, Macan provides a comprehensive critical examination of the band’s music and, in particular, its best albums, such as Brain Salad Surgery, which addressed technology's role in fostering societal alienation and totalitarianism. His analyses are so perceptive, precise, and detailed, that listening to the recordings in conjunction with his comments opens new avenues of thought about the band and its music. With just a small amount of corner wear, the book remains in otherwise near 'as new' condition!)