The First Book of Jazz (Dark Tower Series)

by Langston Hughes
The First Book of Jazz (Dark Tower Series)  
published 1997 by Ecco
binding Paperback
isbn 0880015527   (isbn13: 9780880015523)
pages 88
date added
02-12-07



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Dusty
07/09/08

Read in August, 2003
recommended to Dusty by: I read about it in an old, out of print Jazz guide
recommends it for: fans of Jazz; music lovers; wee ones; adults
Langston Hughes' The First Book of Jazz is quite simply that - the first book a child reads about Jazz music.

In it, each letter of the alphabet corresponds with a famous/iconic figure in Jazz.

The copy which I own is not represented on this list. The version I have is the first edition (hardback without its' cover). I do not know if the book has changed since it has resurfaced (somehow I doubt this but you never know).

The First Book of Jazz is a good read for young and old alike! H...more
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Brad
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12/29/07

bookshelves: kids-books-too
recommends it for: adults or kids who are curious about jazz
fantastic overview by a long-time lover of the craft
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book data (includes all editions)

avg rating (all editions): 4.45 (11 ratings)
avg rating (this edition): 4.40 (10 ratings)
number of reviews: 2






other editions

The First Book of Jazz (Hardcover)
Jazz: A First Book (First Books)