Changes

This book was of particular personal interest to me as the husband of a professional classical musician and teacher who is still pursuing a career in the face of sudden partial hearing loss in middle age herself. There were moments when I wondered if the adolescent reminiscences could have been edited a little – but it is his book, and his sheer enthusiasm shines through passages which otherwise might border on the trivial. For anybody who has been through such an overwhelming experience, this is an inspiring read. There is only a limit as to how far you can put the pieces back together again – but Coleman has managed it astonishingly well. It is indeed a very thoughtful and inspiring read.

This book came to Bookbag courtesy of [http://www.ilkleyliteraturefestival.org.uk/2012/10/11/143-the-train-in-the-night-nick-coleman/ Ilkley Literature Festival where Nick Coleman is appearing on 11 October.