| Janis Joplin: Rise Up Singing | |
| ISBN: 9780810983496 Author: Angel, Ann (Author) Publisher: Amulet Books Published: October 2010 Retail: $24.95 OUR PRICE: $3.09 You Save 88% Binding Type: Hardcover Annotation: Forty years after her death, Janis Joplin remains among the most compelling and influential figures in rock-and-roll history. Her story--told here with depth and sensitivity by author Ann Angel--is one of a girl who struggled against rules and limitations, yet worked diligently to improve as a singer. It's the story of an outrageous rebel who wanted to be loved, and of a wild woman who wrote long, loving letters to her mom. And finally, it's the story of one of the most iconic female musicians in American history, who died at twenty-seven. Janis Joplin includes more than sixty photographs, and an assortment of anecdotes from Janis's friends and band mates. This thoroughly researched and well-illustrated biography is a must-have for all young artists, music lovers, and pop-culture enthusiasts. |
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| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Music - Juvenile Nonfiction | Music - Rock - Juvenile Nonfiction | Music - History |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2010005558 |
| Lexile Measure: 1170 |
| Physical Information: 10.30" H x 1030.00" L x 8.10" W |
| Bargain Category: Art/Music, Biographies, High School, History, Reference, U.S. History |
| Grade level(s): 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th |
