Dan Hicks Libri

The book that changed the conversation on the contemporary museum

Overcoming alcohol addiction is portrayed as one of life's significant challenges, often viewed as a test from God. The narrative emphasizes the importance of centering one's life around faith, participating in Alcoholics Anonymous, and diligently following the Twelve Steps. Through a blend of personal stories from recovering alcoholics and insights from various resources, the book offers practical advice for achieving sobriety, encouraging readers to take it one day at a time. Originally a daily blog, it aims to provide support and guidance for those facing this struggle.

The book revitalizes biography by examining the life of General Augustus Pitt-Rivers, a Victorian archaeologist, to challenge notions of cultural superiority associated with whiteness. It critiques traditional historical narratives that often glorify figures while silencing marginalized voices. Rather than creating monuments to the past, it seeks to dismantle these narratives, akin to pulling down a statue, and encourages readers to confront uncomfortable truths about history and privilege. This approach aims to honor the voices that have been overlooked or erased.

A candid memoir by a much-loved singer and songwriter, the late, great Dan Hicks, best known for the songs 'I Scare Myself and 'Canned Music , recorded with His Hot Licks. Elvis Costello has indeed written a foreword for it!