Author Description

This book is a compilation of previous works by Andrew V. Barber which were produced, submitted for publication, and/or copyrighted, but never were published or disseminated until now. There is a variety of subject matter, styles, and formatting comprising prose, poetry, short stories, screenplay-novelette, songbook, and a satirical workbook. Subject matter includes romance, adventure, intrigue, insights, military operations, spirituality, the human psyche, and offbeat humor. This volume of art, music, and literature represents material dating back to the 1960's when the author was in public school and up through the present. Approximate dates associated with original works are provided as a benchmark, to reflect the maturity of the writing and the writer, the times and crises in his life and around the world, and the different personalities, events, and circumstances influencing and inspiring creative expressions from this author and artist. Watch as the winding road ascends and descends while the choice of direction remains optional. All artwork, photography, illustrations, writing, layout, and cover design by Andrew V. Barber.