I too think this is one of the Beatles' best work. At the time the whole sound was new/different. "Day In The Life" is one of my all time favorite songs. However, for what it's worth, the best Beatle album, in my opinion is the "White" album.
TIS
"Mankind must put an end to war before war puts an end to mankind. War will exist until that distant day when the conscientious objector enjoys the same reputation and prestige that the warrior does today." JFK