Blues People by Leroi Jones
Negro Music in White America
"Blues People" is a seminal study that explores the sociocultural history of African Americans through their music, tracing the development of blues, jazz, and other musical forms from their roots in Africa to their transformation in America. The book argues that the evolution of black music reflects the changing social status and struggles of black Americans throughout the nation's history. It delves into how the music served as a form of cultural expression and resistance, and how it has been influenced by and has influenced American culture and society at large.
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- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 256
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 100 Best 20th-Century American Books (Hungry Mind Review)
- 100 Best Non-Fiction Books of the 20th Century (and Beyond) in English (Counterpunch)