The Poetry of the Blues - (Dover Books on Music: Folk Songs) by Samuel Charters (Paperback)

The Poetry of the Blues by Samuel Charters is a groundbreaking exploration of blues lyrics as poetry, featuring extensive quotes from legendary musicians such as Son House and Lightnin' Hopkins.

This book is a must-read for any music lover or poetry enthusiast, offering a unique insight into the depth of feeling and literary forms at work within this iconic art form.

With vintage black-and-white photographs from the original edition, The Poetry of the Blues is a classic volume that has raised interest in many previously unrecognized aspects of African-American music and made a significant contribution to the blues revival of the 1960s.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to delve into the rich cultural expression of the blues through the eyes of a pioneering musicologist and writer.