Wynton Marsalis
2) Jazz A-B-Z!
Author
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Pub. Date
2005
Language
English
Description
Presents a collection of highly personal and stylized characterizations and biographical profiles of twenty-six legendary jazz performers including Louis Armstrong, Dizzy Gillespie, Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, and many more.
Publisher
Paramount
Pub. Date
c2005
Language
English
Description
The in-depth and intimate story of one of the most important African Americans to live in the first half of the 20th century. Tells the story of Jack Johnson, who was the first African American boxer to win the most coveted title in all of sports - Heavyweight Campion of the World. Includes his struggles in and out of the ring and his desire to live his life as a free man.