The Return of the King

"Then came 1986. I have two memories of that year etched into my mind and soul."

An Apologia

To start with a confession: I'm not a fan of Bob Dylan. That's not dislike: I respect his career, it's important that the Nobel honored his writing, and I see the genuine effect he has had on listeners and American (and global) culture. But his music mostly leaves me feeling indifferent. I've listened to all the albums, many multiple times, a…