Conceived as the last testament of a charismatic recluse who believed
he was about to die, 'Forever Changes' is one of the defining albums of
an era. Here, Andrew Hultkrans explores the myriad depths of this
bizarre and brilliant record. Charting bohemian Los Angeles' descent
into chaos at the end of the '60s, he teases out the literary and
mystical influences behind Arthur Lee's lyrics, and argues that Lee
was both inspired and burdened by a powerful prophetic urge.