The story of the blues

Author(s)

• Oliver, Paul

Bibliographic Information

The story of the blues

Paul Oliver

Northeastern University Press, 1998

New ed

• : pbk

Note

Includes bibliographical references (p. [198]-202) and index

Description and Table of Contents

Description

Now available in an updated edition, Paul Oliver's classic history of the blues is widely recognized as the definitive work on the subject. Featuring more than two hundred vintage photographs and a new introduction by the author, the engaging, informative volume brings to life the African American singers and players who created this rich genre of music, as well as the settings and experiences that inspired them.

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Details

• NCID: BA39771079
• ISBN:
  • 1555533558
  • 155553354X
• LCCN: 98012192
• Country Code: us
• Title Language Code: eng
• Text Language Code: eng
• Place of Publication: Boston, Mass.
• Pages/Volumes: vi, 212 p.,[64] p. of plates
• Size: 24 cm
• Classification:
  • LCC : ML3521
  • DC21 : 781.643/09
• Subject Headings:
  • LCSH : Blues (Music) -- History and criticism
  • LCSH : Blues musicians -- United States
  • LCSH : Afro-American musicians