Hardcover: 392 pages
Publisher: University Of Chicago Press; First Edition edition (October 1, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0226098753
ISBN-13: 978-0226098753
Product Dimensions: 7 x 1.2 x 10 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
Best Sellers Rank: #1,287,800 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #48 in Books > Arts & Photography > Photography & Video > Black & White #1847 in Books > Arts & Photography > Music > Musical Genres > Jazz #2742 in Books > Arts & Photography > Photography & Video > History
Cawthra's book examines the complexity of race, identity, and art. At a time when African Amercians are fighting for full and equal citizenship, jazz and its creators struggle to be seen as legitimate. Along the way another art form, photography, also gains ground as its burgeoning masters document the jazz scene and those who created it. The magnificent photos and the author's thoughtful look at the contradictions of equality and independence and art and entertainment in America make for a very enjoyable read. A great choice for any jazz or photography lover.
Interesting insight into America's African-american culture which has spreaduniversally in a single century.The author has given us a different "look" at thecreators of this wonderful genesis.
This was a gift for my brother who is into Black and White photography and Jazz so it was a natural! He seems to be enjoying it!
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