The Frank Sinatra Reader by Steven Petkov
This collection of essays - drawn from books, magazines and newspapers - surveys Frank Sinatra's impact on American popular music since his rise to fame in 1939. Divided into four chronological sections, the book assesses Sinatra the teen phenomenon, the mature recording artist, the powerful and influential star, and the enduring legend. The articles document the evolution of Sinatra's musical career and persona through the writings of Henry Pleasants, Arnold Shaw, Stephen Holden, Gene Lees, Gay Talese, Whitney Balliett and William Kennedy.Professor Leonard Mustazza of English and American Studies at Penn State University in Abington, Pennsylvania, is a well-known figure in the field. He is the author of eight books and countless research articles.
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| ISBN 13 | 9780195095319 |
| ISBN 10 | 0195095316 |
| Title | The Frank Sinatra Reader |
| Author | Steven Petkov |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | Oxford University Press Inc |
| Year published | 1995-12-07 |
| Number of pages | 317 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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