''Writings and Drawings'' is a collection of

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and personal drawings from

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. It was published in 1973 and is currently

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. The book contained Dylan's lyrics from 1962's ''

'' to selections from 1971's '' Greatest Hits, Volume 2''. Also included within the book are poems and other writings, including album

liner notes Liner notes (also sleeve notes or album notes) are the writings found on the sleeves of LP record albums and in booklets that come inserted into the compact disc jewel case or the equivalent packaging for cassettes. Origin Liner notes are desce ...

. The lyrics and writings are arranged by album era, with unreleased songs grouped with the album of its period. The list price for the new book c. 1973 was $6.95. Later superseded by the 'Lyrics' collection.

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