Meeting Across the River

by Richard Brewer, Jessica Kaye, Various

Book Overview

Bruce Springsteen's melancholy "Meeting Across the River," a song rarely performed but beloved by his countless fans, serves as the inspiration for this eclectic mix of short stories written by an... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1582342830
• ISBN13: 9781582342832
• Release Date: July 2005
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.6" x 8.2"

Customer Reviews

An original and engaging collection of stories!

While I like the Boss, I'm not actually a fan, so I was somewhat reluctant when a friend recommended this collection. I can't say how delighted and surprised I was by the stories. Although all inspired by the same song, the yarns were vastly different -- some comedic, others very intense. Eddie Muller's "Last Call" and Eric Garcia's "Meeting Across The River" were particularly compelling. A quick, memorable read, heartily endorsed!

Incredibly creative concept!

I have to say - I'm a Springsteen fan to begin with, but this has to be one of the most creative ideas I've ever seen anyone come up with. To take a song by someone so loved and invite so many different creative minds to elaborate on what they believe happened - I'm in awe of you all and I'd love to read more collections like this based on other such loved songs! More please!