But Beautiful: A Book About Jazz,New

But Beautiful: A Book About Jazz,New

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In Eight Poetically Charged Vignettes, Geoff Dyer Skillfully Evokes The Music And The Men Who Shaped Modern Jazz. Drawing On Photos, Anecdotes, And, Most Important, The Way He Hears The Music, Dyer Imaginatively Reconstructs Scenes From The Embattled Lives Of Some Of The Greats: Lester Young Fading Away In A Hotel Room; Charles Mingus Storming Down The Streets Of New York On A Toosmall Bicycle; Thelonious Monk Creating His Own Private Language On The Piano. However, Music Is The Driving Force Of But Beautiful, And Wildly Metaphoric Prose That Mirrors The Quirks, Eccentricity, And Brilliance Of Each Musician'S Style.

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  • Q: What is the main theme of 'But Beautiful: A Book about Jazz'? A: The main theme of 'But Beautiful' is the exploration of jazz music and the lives of its influential musicians. Geoff Dyer artistically evokes the essence of jazz through poetic vignettes that capture the struggles and brilliance of iconic figures like Lester Young and Thelonious Monk.
  • Q: Who is the author of 'But Beautiful'? A: The author of 'But Beautiful: A Book about Jazz' is Geoff Dyer, known for his insightful and lyrical writing style.
  • Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is bound in hardcover, providing durability and a premium feel.
  • Q: How many pages are in 'But Beautiful'? A: The book contains a total of 227 pages.
  • Q: What condition is the book in? A: This is a used book in good condition, which means it may show some signs of wear but is still fully readable.
  • Q: When was 'But Beautiful' published? A: The book was published on January 24, 1996.
  • Q: Is 'But Beautiful' suitable for someone new to jazz? A: Yes, 'But Beautiful' is suitable for readers new to jazz as it provides an evocative introduction to the genre through engaging narratives about its key musicians.
  • Q: What type of reader would enjoy 'But Beautiful'? A: Readers who appreciate music, particularly jazz, as well as those who enjoy poetic and reflective writing will find 'But Beautiful' appealing.
  • Q: Does 'But Beautiful' include any photographs? A: Yes, the book draws on photos alongside anecdotes to enrich the storytelling and provide a visual context for the jazz musicians discussed.
  • Q: What is the edition of this book? A: This listing is for the reprint edition of 'But Beautiful: A Book about Jazz'.

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