The History of the Blues
| Author | : Francis Davis |
| Publisher | : Harvill Secker |
| Total Pages | : 309 |
| Release | : 1995-01-01 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0436201852 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780436201851 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (851 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The History of the Blues by : Francis Davis
Download or read book The History of the Blues written by Francis Davis and published by Harvill Secker. This book was released on 1995-01-01 with total page 309 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive study of blues music disputes the idea that it is strictly derived from African rhythms, contending that it is "Southern" music as much as "black" music, and offers detailed analysis of leading blues musicians, from Count Basie to Robert Cray.
