A Bibliographic Guide to Jazz Poetry (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780313294693)

Containing over 500 annotated entries for individual poets and several anthologies, this work presents a substantial collection of poems that have been inspired by blues and jazz. Thousands of poems written between 1916 and the present are included. References to individual jazz figures addressed in the poetry are cross-referenced. The range of poems includes homages to jazz musicians and work written primarily to be read with jazz accompaniment. This wide selection of poetry offers a unique guide to the poetry inspired by jazz musicians and their music.

Of interest to scholars and jazz enthusiasts alike, this substantial bibliography, annotated by author and cross-referenced by musician, presents a wealth of information previously unavailable in a single source. The jazz-related poetry identified will attract a range of writers and musicians. Furthermore, the broad variety of poets and anthologies presented crosses many boundaries and will also interest scholars of 20th century poetry, African American literature, and American literature.

Author: Sascha Feinstein
ISBN-10: 0313294690
ISBN-13: 9780313294693
Publisher: Greenwood
Language: English
Published: 04/08/1998
Pages: 248
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.17lbs
Size: 9.54h x 6.42w x 0.92d

Review Citation(s):
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/1999 pg. 458