This 3 CD album has an interesting collection of unfamiliar songs by Neil Diamond from the early years. These songs give an idea of the early writing style and voice of the artist and contrasting these with his songs of the 70's and later makes it a fine collector set for those who like the music and message of Neil Diamond - it gives insight to the development of his writing and the person himself - a sort of self portrait (historical-autobiographical) collection. You may not like all of the songs or find the early ones a little uncharacteristic but it still is part of the making and success of the artist - certainly a collection go songs for the fan.