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Armstrong recounts his early life in New Orleans, his experiences in Chicago and New York during the 1920s, his crowning as "King of the Zulus," and his late years in Queens, New York. Here is a dimension of Louis Armstrong that includes the history of jazz and, he history of American culture.

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Review from previous edition 'a fascinating collection ... it's pretty damn entertaining.' * Mojo *

Table of Contents
1. "LOUIS ARMSTRONG + THE JEWISH FAMILY IN NEW ORLEANS, LA., THE YEAR OF 1907" (MARCH 31, 1969-1970); 5. "THE ARMSTRONG STORY" (1954); 10. EARLY YEARS WITH LUCILLE (CA. 1970); 15. LETTER TO L/CPL. VILLEC (1967)

Louis Armstrong In His Own Words Selected Writings

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    Publisher: Oxford University Press
    Publication Date: 7/26/2001 12:00:00 AM
    ISBN13: 9780195140460, 978-0195140460
    ISBN10: 019514046X
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    Biography Autobiography: arts and entertainment Entertainment Popular music

    Description

    Book Synopsis
    Armstrong recounts his early life in New Orleans, his experiences in Chicago and New York during the 1920s, his crowning as "King of the Zulus," and his late years in Queens, New York. Here is a dimension of Louis Armstrong that includes the history of jazz and, he history of American culture.

    Trade Review
    Review from previous edition 'a fascinating collection ... it's pretty damn entertaining.' * Mojo *

    Table of Contents
    1. "LOUIS ARMSTRONG + THE JEWISH FAMILY IN NEW ORLEANS, LA., THE YEAR OF 1907" (MARCH 31, 1969-1970); 5. "THE ARMSTRONG STORY" (1954); 10. EARLY YEARS WITH LUCILLE (CA. 1970); 15. LETTER TO L/CPL. VILLEC (1967)

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