Bessie
by Chris Albertson
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First published in 1972, this celebrated biography of jazz great Bessie Smith (1895-1937) has been revised to include material from interviews the author conducted with people who knew her. The book is an examination not only of this supremely gifted singer but also of the music world of the time.
Editions of Bessie
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Hardcover |
Publisher Yale Univ Pr |
Date 2003 |
Price $10.41 |
 Very Good |
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Book |
Publisher Stein and Day |
Date 1972 |
Price $1.00 |
Used, Good |
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Paperback |
Publisher Yale Univ Pr |
Date 2005 |
Price $8.05 |
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ISBN |
Binding/Format Paperback |
Publisher Natl Book Network |
Date 1985 |
Price $5.00 |
Good |
Publisher Notes
The trials and tribulations of the blues singer's career as well as the controversy concerning her death are highlighted in this study based on published material and the reminiscences of her contemporaries.
Media Reviews
"Albertson...gives us a remarkably clear-eyed examination of Smith's personality (and sexuality)...."
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