Having followed Morrissey and The Smiths over the past 23 years and owning literally every piece of vinyl and plastic ever released, I consider myself to be one of the die-hard fans who know everything about their idol - but only until I held this book in my hands ... This is by far the most accurate, complete, detailed and extensive account of the multi-faceted Morrissey universe. One cannot overestimate the effort and love Goddard must have put into this beautiful book, collecting each and every little reference from films, songs, books, artists, places, and putting them into context and explaining how they have influenced and inspired the Morrissey opus over the years. I cannot think of any other book that portrays the universe and enigma of an artist with such insight and detail and understanding.