Highway 20 in California inspires much; in this case, author Sam Edwards has masterfully crafted a collection of love songs presented as autobiographical verses and images. Numerous provocative photographs illustrate titles such as, "A Shortcut Through Purgatory," "Ruminations," "Memorial Day," a mixed martial arts tract called "Fight Night at the Colusa Casino," "The Bloody Island Massacre," and an ode to a master blacksmith. Highway 20 bridges the old world with the new, which is both troubling and inspiring. Fans of Keroauc will appreciate Highway 20 Love Songs.