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by Mark Allan Jackson

  • Narrated by: Gregg A. Rizzo
  • Length: 10 hrs and 3 mins
  • Release date: 08-01-13
  • Language: English

Prophet Singer: The Voice and Vision of Woody Guthrie examines the cultural and political significance of lyrics by beloved songwriter and activist Woodrow Wilson “Woody” Guthrie. The audiobook traces how Guthrie documented the history of America’s poor and disadvantaged through lyrics about topics as diverse as the Dust Bowl and the poll tax. Divided into chapters covering specific historical topics such as race relations and lynchings, famous outlaws, the Great Depression, and unions, the audiobook takes an in-depth look at how Guthrie manipulated his lyrics to explore pressing issues and to bring greater political and economic awareness to the common people.

Incorporating the best of both historical and literary perspectives, Mark Allan Jackson references primary sources including interviews, recordings, drawings, and writings. He includes a variety of materials from the Smithsonian Institution, the Library of Congress, and the Woody Guthrie Archives. Many of these have never before been widely available. The result provides new insights into one of America’s most intriguing icons. Prophet Singer offers an analysis of the creative impulse behind and ideals expressed in Guthrie’s song lyrics.

Details from the artist’s personal life as well as his interactions with political and artistic movements from the first half of the twentieth century afford listeners the opportunity to understand how Guthrie’s deepest beliefs influenced and found voice in the lyrics that are now known and loved by millions.

Mark Allan Jackson is currently an assistant professor of English at DePauw University. His articles and reviews have been featured in Popular Music and Society and American Music.

The book is published by University Press of Mississippi.

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Author

Mark Allan Jackson

Language

English

Length

10 hrs and 3 mins

Narrated by

Gregg A. Rizzo

Release date

08-01-13

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