Nashville: Scenes from the New American South

Nashville is a creative collaboration that explores the iconic Southern city and country music capital, featuring award-winning writers Ann Patchett, Jon Meacham, and acclaimed photographer Heidi Ross. It celebrates Nashvillians beloved locales and events, spotlighting the diverse talent that makes it a significant cultural incubator and influencer.

Format: Hardback
Length: 208 pages
Publication date: 13 December 2018
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Nashville, a captivating city nestled in the heart of the Southern United States, holds a special place in the hearts of many. This book serves as a delightful reminder, in the most affectionate manner imaginable, that perhaps I should have never ventured beyond its embrace. It is a vibrant, immersive, and intimate portrayal that delves into the diverse facets of this legendary Southern city and country music capital, penned by acclaimed writers Ann Patchett, Jon Meacham, and renowned photographer Heidi Ross.

Nashville is a remarkable creative collaboration that ignites the senses, offering a virtual immersion in this unique American metropolis. Patchett, Ross, and Meacham, in their introduction, skillfully capture both the city's iconic historical side, showcasing its deep, rich Southern roots, encompassing its delectable cuisine, vibrant festivals, renowned venues, recording studios, and distinctive style. At the same time, they unveil its edgier, highly vibrant creative side, which has transformed it into a modern cultural mecca, attracting both established and emerging artists in art, film, and music.

Nashville celebrates the beloved locales and events that form the very essence of this vibrant city. From the iconic Bobbies Dairy Dip to the Buchanan Arts District, from the mouthwatering Boltons Chicken and Fish to the East Nashville Tomato Arts Festival, from the historic Germantown to the bustling The Gulch, from the charming Pie Town (SoBro) to the Pride Festival, from the renowned Princes Hot Chicken to the Schermerhorn Symphony Center, from the thrilling Stanley Cup Playoffs to the Tennessee Performing Arts Center, from the grand Tennessee State Fair to the iconic Third Man Records, Nashville offers a tapestry of experiences that captivate the soul.

Furthermore, this book showcases captivating vignettes that highlight the diverse talent that contributes to Nashville's status as a significant cultural incubator and influencer. Singers-songwriters Marty Stuart, Gillian Welch, and Dave Rawlings, along with film director Harmony Korine, textile designer Andra Eggleston, country music fashion designer Manuel, chef Margot McCormack, acclaimed pastry chef Lisa, and many others, grace these pages, showcasing their remarkable contributions to the city's rich cultural tapestry.

In conclusion, Nashville is a city that holds a special place in the hearts of many, and this book serves as a delightful reminder of the beauty and charm that await those who choose to explore its depths. It is a vibrant, immersive, and intimate portrayal that delves into the diverse facets of this legendary Southern city and country music capital, penned by acclaimed writers Ann Patchett, Jon Meacham, and renowned photographer Heidi Ross. Whether you are a native Nashvillian or a visitor seeking a glimpse into the soul of this remarkable city, Nashville will transport you on a journey that will leave you enchanted and longing for more.

Weight: 930g
Dimension: 261 x 203 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780062821447