(2-CD set) Ernest V. Stoneman, pioneering composer & country performer, defined the formula of "three chords and the truth" and became the first rural singer/songwriter of the 20th century to record. This collection features 46 beautifully remastered performances of Ernest and his circle of talented friends & family. Sentimental love songs, early gospel hymns, fiddle-breakdowns, and disaster songs are included in this set with over 20 never before reissued. •Stoneman was inducted into the Country Music Hall Of Fame earlier this year. •44 page booklet with an introduction by Patsy Stoneman, which contains many rare & haunting images.