Mr Bojangles Dance Jerry Jeff Walker Sammy Davis Jr and the Song That Made Nixon Cry
by [Case, Ryan B.]
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Description
Three men's lives, told through the story of one song. Jerry Jeff Walker, the singer and writer behind the classic hit "Mr. Bojangles," never would have expected that his song, inspired by an experience in a New Orleans jail cell, would make Richard Nixon cry, or that it would be covered by Sammy Davis, Jr., the entertainment giant and, controversially, a supporter of Nixon.
This work, told through the perspective of writer, performer and listener, traces these three men's overlapping journeys through the American consciousness. Chapters discuss the history of Walker's song, Davis's rise from rags to riches, Nixon's journey from grocer's son to president, and more.
Product Details
- McFarland Brand
- Apr 15, 2024 Pub Date:
- 9781476692883 ISBN-13:
- 1476692882 ISBN-10:
- 256.0 pages Paperback
- English Language
- 9 in * 0.51 in * 6 in Dimensions:
- 1 lb Weight:
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