I really loved this book because Stephen cleared up a few circulating rumors and spoke very honestly about his work, and his opinion on other's work as well. I also really enjoyed the addition of his sheet music and hand-written lyrics because it was interesting to see what made it into the music...
Volume 2 doesn't succeed as well for me as volume 1. I think part of this is because there is more time spent on items outside of the theatre or on a show that still has not seen the light of day.That said, Sondheim is one of the greatest living writers in the US. What he can do with a lyric to e...