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The year 1972 saw the beginning of a five-year span in which Stevie Wonder released five groundbreaking, critically acclaimed albums, garnering him more than half a dozen Grammys and more than 10 million albums sold, securing his place as one of the most important American musicians and songwriters in history. For the first time, uncover the untold story of an extraordinary artistic journey that shaped the greatest creative era in popular music history.

“Imparting some piece of yourself—any part—is arduous and warrants some kind of commendation,” writes guest editor Wesley Morris in his introduction. Both personal and personable, the essayists in this volume use their own vulnerability to guide listeners on excursions that unfold on uncomfortable edges. From contemplating the nuances of memory to exploring the complexities of family, romance, gender identity, illness, and death, Morris’s selection of essays presents a roundup of the thinkers who masterfully grapple with the issues of our time.

"Visiting the African-American Museum: Waiting, Reading, Thinking, Connecting, Feeling" is from the December 25, 2016 Arts section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"Prince Knew What He Wanted: Sex, Soul and You" is from the April 22, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"Beyoncé's One-Two Provocations" is from the November 06, 2016 Lifestyle section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Fleet Cooper.

"From Blockbuster Fighter to a Nation's Conscience" is from the June 04, 2016 Sports section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"George Michael Mattered for More Than Music" is from the December 26, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Kristi Burns.

"Understated Nuttiness and a Face for Humor" is from the August 30, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Caroline Miller.

"'Carol' and 'Transparent': Women in Love, Then and Now" is from the Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Barbara Benjamin-Creel.

"Beyoncé Unearths Pain and Lets It Flow in ‘Lemonade’" is from the April 24, 2016 Entertainment section of The New York Times. It was written by Wesley Morris and narrated by Fleet Cooper.