About this book
"In this biography, Elijah Wald traces White's journey from a childhood leading blind singers on the streets of Greenville, South Carolina, to the heights of Manhattan cafe society. He explores the complexities of White's music, his struggles with discrimination and stereotypes, his political involvements, and his sometimes raucous personal life."--BOOK JACKET.
Subjects
Blues musiciansBiographyBiography: film, television & musicBluesFolk music20th centuryBiography & AutobiographyBiography / AutobiographyPeople of ColorBiography/AutobiographyGenres & Styles - BluesComposers & Musicians - Rhythm & BluesWhite, JoshEntertainment & Performing Arts - GeneralBlues musicUnited StatesAfrican american musiciansAfrican americans, biographyWhite, Josh,