Sadly I'm one of the many who got turned on to The Man in Black only after seeing Walk the Line. I regret I could not have followed his career while he was still alive.
But for those of us who must know him by his legacy alone, this box set is a crucial part of anyone's collection. It contains a rich audial tapestry depicting a life of hardship, tragedy, sorrow, redemption, and finally joy. You can hear the heart of a man in his music, and that is what we have here.
This is by far the best Cash album I have. I have listened to the full set a few times straight through and each time it only gets better. A great tribute to a great musical artist...Mr Johnny Cash!