history and criticism

Provides historical information surrounding the United States national anthem.

A brief A-Z illustrated history of jazz and jazz musicians.

Discusses the origins and forms of musi, the evolution of musical instruments, and the formation of an orchestra.

Presents an account of the early career of Ted Geisel, otherwise known as Dr. Seuss, describing how he adhered to strict literary guidelines while writing "The Cat in the Hat.".

A collective biography of ten outstanding female singers of popular music in the twentieth century.

"Explores death poetry, including famous American and European poets and their poems, as well as literary criticism, poetic technique, explication, and prompts for further study"--Provided by publisher.

"Explores beauty-themed poetry, including famous American and European poets and their poems, as well as literary criticism, poetic technique, explication, and prompts for further study"--Provided by publisher.

Using archival footage, historic photographs, filmed performances, and recorded interviews with musicians and historians, this ten part documentary series explores the history of jazz and its influence on American music.