Blues - Philosophy for Everyone Thinking Deep about Feeling Low |
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| Series edited by:
| Allhoff, Fritz |
| Editor:
| Steinberg, Jesse R.
Fairweather, Abrol |
| Foreword by:
| Iglauer, Bruce |
| Series title: | Philosophy for Everyone Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-118-15328-4 |
| Publication Date: | Apr 2012 |
| Publisher: | John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated
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| Imprint: | Wiley-Blackwell |
| Book Format: | Digital online |
| List Price: | USD $23.95 |
Book Description:
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The philosophy of the blues From B.B. King to Billie Holiday, Blues music not only sounds good, but has an almost universal appeal in its reflection of the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Its ability to powerfully touch on a range of social and emotional issues is philosophically inspiring, and here, a diverse range of thinkers and musicians offer illuminating essays that make important connections between the human condition and the Blues that will appeal to music...
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The philosophy of the blues From B.B. King to Billie Holiday, Blues music not only sounds good, but has an almost universal appeal in its reflection of the trials and tribulations of everyday life. Its ability to powerfully touch on a range of social and emotional issues is philosophically inspiring, and here, a diverse range of thinkers and musicians offer illuminating essays that make important connections between the human condition and the Blues that will appeal to music lovers and philosophers alike.