Teachout, Terry

An account of the public and private lives of the eminent jazz artist, that covers his slave heritage, the musical talent that inspired some 1,700 compositions, and his relationships with numerous lovers.

Chronicles the life of literary journalist H. L. Mencken, discussing his days as a teenage cub reporter, his role as the founding editor of the "American Mercury" magazine, his ability to identify up-and-coming authors, and the impact his criticisms has on the literary world.

Chronicles the life of George Balanchine, choreographer and founder of the New York City Ballet, focusing on the contributions he made to the dance world and his work with some of the world's top dancers.