) A new book celebrates the amazing, forty-plus year career of rock guitar giant Eric Clapton. Titled 'Eric Clapton: The Essential Interviews', the long-overdue project boasts many of the legendary classic rock guitarist's honest, engaging and indispensable press interactions.

Commencing with Clapton's efforts as part of blues rock maestros Cream, 'The Essential Interviews' traces his efforts with Blind Faith, Derek & the Dominos and as one of the most inventive solo artists in the history of rock music. Offering revelations on his unique life along the way, this telling book chronicles Clapton's life and work as it documents his strength in overcoming addiction and the death of his young son in his own words.

A must-read for any E.C. fan, Eric Clapton: The Essential Interviews was Edited by John D. Luerssen for Rock Reader Books. Available for advance purchase and immediate delivery - here