So says Amiri Baraka in the Introduction to Blues People, his classic work on the place of jazz and blues in American social, musical, economic, and cultural history. From the music of African slaves in the United States through the music scene of the 1960's, Baraka traces the influence of what he calls "negro music" on white America -- not only in the context of music and pop culture but also in terms of the values and perspectives passed on through the music. In tracing the music, he brilliantly illuminates the influence of African Americans on American culture and history.
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So says Amiri Baraka in the Introduction to Blues People, his classic work on the place of jazz and blues in American social, musical, economic, and cultural history. From the music of African slaves in the United States through the music scene of the 1960's, Baraka traces the influence of what he calls "negro music" on white America -- not only in the context of music and pop culture but also in terms of the values and perspectives passed on through the music. In tracing the music, he brilliantly illuminates the influence of African Americans on American culture and history.
Imprint | HarperPerennial |
Country of origin | United States |
Release date | June 1999 |
Availability | Expected to ship within 10 - 15 working days |
First published | 1999 |
Authors | LeRoi Jones, Imamu Amiri Baraka |
Dimensions | 210 x 140 x 17mm (L x W x T) |
Format | Paperback |
Pages | 244 |
Edition | New ed |
ISBN-13 | 978-0-688-18474-2 |
Barcode | 9780688184742 |
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LSN | 0-688-18474-X |