Summary of M Train

M Train is a memoir by Patti Smith, the iconic American punk rock singer, songwriter, and poet. The book chronicles her journey from her childhood memories in Pennsylvania, to her present day life in New York City. She reflects on the people and places she has encountered throughout her life and how they have shaped her as an artist. Smith takes readers on a spiritual journey, exploring themes of loss, grief, and identity. She visits her late husband’s grave in Germany, travels to Tokyo, and spends time in Mexico. Smith shares her love of coffee, crime fiction, and photography, and how these things have helped her to cope with life’s sorrows. Through her travels, Smith discovers the beauty and mystery of the world, and the importance of living in the present.