Poor Gal: The Cultural History of Little Liza Jane
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Availability:In StockContributor:Dan GutsteinSeries:American Made MusicPublish date:2023-11-27Pages:316
Language:EnglishPublisher:University Press of MississippiISBN-13:9781496849359ISBN-10:1496849353UPC:9781496849359Book Category:Music, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:Genres & Styles, History & Criticism, Ethnic StudiesBook Topic:Folk & Traditional, AmericanSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.71 inchesWeight:1.0714Product ID:SC8QF26PW7
Poor Gal: The Cultural History of Little Liza Jane
Poor Gal: The Cultural History of Little Liza Jane chronicles the origins and evolution of a folk tune beloved by millions worldwide. Dan Gutstein delves into the trajectory of the "Liza Jane" family of songs, including the most popular variant "Li'l Liza Jane." Likely originating among enslaved people on southern plantations, the songs are still performed and recorded centuries later. Evidence...
Series: American Made Music
Language:EnglishPublisher:University Press of MississippiISBN-13:9781496849359ISBN-10:1496849353UPC:9781496849359Book Category:Music, Social ScienceBook Subcategory:Genres & Styles, History & Criticism, Ethnic StudiesBook Topic:Folk & Traditional, AmericanSize:9.21 x 6.14 x 0.71 inchesWeight:1.0714Product ID:SC8QF26PW7
Dan Gutstein is author of eight books and chapbooks, including Metacarpalism. He is also codirector of a forthcoming documentary film devoted to "Li'l Liza Jane" as well as vocalist for NPR-featured punk band Joy on Fire. More information can be found at www.dangutstein.com.
Publisher: University Press of Mississippi
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