Bear

In this definitive biography, acclaimed author Robert Greenfield explores the remarkable life of Augustus Owsley Stanley III, affectionately known as Bear, who played a pivotal role in the cultural revolution of the 1960s. From designing the iconic Wall of Sound for the Grateful Dead to influencing legends like The Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, Owsley's impact on music and counterculture was profound. His contributions, including funding the early days of the Grateful Dead and powering legendary events like the Acid Tests, cemented his status as a key figure during this transformative era.