Description
An examination of the most important figures in the creation of modern jazz
About the Author
Kenny Mathieson is the author of Giant Steps: Bebop and the Creators of Modern Jazz 1945-1965 and Cookin': Hard Bop and Soul Jazz 1954-65. He was born near Glasgow, and now lives in the Highlands of Scotland. He studied American and English literature at the University of East Anglia, graduating with a PhD in 1983. He has been a freelance writer since 1982, and writes on jazz, classical and folk music for several publications, as well as contributing to numerous reference books.
Book Information
ISBN 9780862418595
Author Kenny Mathieson
Format Paperback
Page Count 352
Imprint Canongate Books
Publisher Canongate Books
Weight(grams) 350g
Dimensions(mm) 215mm * 135mm * 25mm