folk singers

The cultural critic presents the life of Bob Dylan as told through seven of his most transformative songs over the last seventy years, as well as his continuing presence.

"The untold story of the woman whose music and afro inspired a generation, whose voice provided a soundtrack for the unfolding civil rights movement of the 1950s and '60s"--Provided by publisher.

A brief illustrated biography of American poet and musician Bob Dylan.

Profiles Bob Dylan, a singer and songwriter for over forty years who is known for such songs as "Blowin' in the Wind," "Just like a Woman," and "Things Have Changed," the Academy Award winning song from the film, "Wonder Boys.".

Profiles Bob Dylan, a singer and songwriter for over forty years who is known for such songs as "Blowin' in the Wind," "Just like a Woman," and "Things Have Changed," the Academy Award winning song from the film, "Wonder Boys.".

Elizabeth Cotten was only a little girl when she picked up a guitar for the first time. It wasn't hers (it was her big brother's), and it wasn't strung right for her (she was left-handed). But she flipped that guitar upside down and backwards and taught herself how to play it anyway. By age eleven, she'd written "Freight Train," one of the most famous folk songs of the twentieth century. And by the end of her life, people everywhere from the sunny beaches of California to the rolling hills of England knew her music.

Written in honor of the influential musician's 90th birthday, a portrait for middle-grade readers traces his humble origins, decision to leave Harvard, creative friendships, and achievements as a musician and activist against the backdrop of American history.

Learn about the life and accomplishments of Maria Trapp, whose life story inspired The Sound of Music.

An illustrated biography of folk songwriter and singer Pete Seeger.

A picture book that examines the life and legacy of musician and activist Pete Seeger.