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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.

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"Albertson...gives us a remarkably clear-eyed examination of Smith's personality (and sexuality)...."

Bessie

by Albertson, Chris [Bessie Smith]

First Edition

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Book description: New York, NY: Stein & Day Publishers. 1972. First Edition. ISBN: 0812814061. Good, few pgs with inked notes in VG DJ; First; Cloth backed boards; 8vo; DJ.

Bookseller: Optical Insights (US)
Bookseller Inventory #: 24416
Edition: First Edition
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN 10: 0812814061
ISBN 13: 9780812814064
Publisher: Stein & Day Publishers
Place: New York, NY
Date published: 1972
Pages: 253
Subjects: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / General; MUSIC / Genres & Styles / Jazz;

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