I'm going to mention two, one of whom I always mention. Somewhere online there should be a 'Book I'd Like to be Buried With' essay by me on this author, but I can't find it. So, I shall recommend using the medium of song:
Secondly, I'll recommend this book (and author):
http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1593673.Inland
I take it discussion and not just recommendation is desired, but I don't have the time or energy at present.