A revealing exploration of the origins and development of People's
Songs, Inc., "My Song Is My Weapon won the ASCAP-Deems Taylor
Award. Robbie Lieberman brings to life the hootenannies, concerts,
and rallies of the time, paying special attention to the politics
of culture of the Old Left. Her analysis of the communist movement
culture, coupled with interviews with former members of People's
Songs, sheds new light on Cold War America, the American Communist
movement, and the experience of left-wing cultural workers.
General
Imprint: |
University of Illinois Press
|
Country of origin: |
United States |
Series: |
Music in American Life |
Release date: |
August 1995 |
First published: |
August 1995 |
Authors: |
Robbie Lieberman
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Dimensions: |
229 x 152 x 30mm (L x W x T) |
Format: |
Paperback
|
Pages: |
232 |
ISBN-13: |
978-0-252-06525-5 |
Categories: |
Books >
Arts & Architecture >
Music >
Folk music
Books >
Music >
Folk music
|
LSN: |
0-252-06525-5 |
Barcode: |
9780252065255 |
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