Dive into the influential world of John Cage with this definitive companion. Explore the mind of the pivotal avant-garde composer, uncovering his groundbreaking compositions, radical philosophies, and profound impact on 20th-century music and interdisciplinary arts. This comprehensive volume features insightful essays on experimental music, chance operations, and conceptual art, offering a rounded portrait of a true innovator. Essential for musicology students, scholars, musicians, and enthusiasts of contemporary soundscapes in India and globally.