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I Say Me For A Parable-used
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Mance Lipscomb (18951976), The Son Of A Former Slave, Lived Almost His Whole Life In Navasota, Texas, Supporting Himself And His Family By Tenant Farming Cotton, Plowing, And Picking 'From Caint Ta Caint' (Cant See To Cant See) For A Meager Return. But He Was Also A Superb 'Gittah' Player, Singer, And Songwriter Who Played The Blues At Countless 'Satiddy Night Suppas,' Where Rural Blacks Celebrated The End Of The Hard Workweek And Blew Off Steam. Theirs Was A Life Beset With Racism And Brutality, But Redeemed By An Indomitable Spirit And A Resilient Sense Of Humor, Of Which Mances Was A Sterling Example. In 1960 Mance Lipscomb Was 'Discovered' By Chris Strachwitz Of Arhoolie Records, Who Taped His Songs In His Own Home And Issued A Record. This Led To A Debut Appearance Before 41,000 People At The Berkeley Folk Festival In 1961 And Instant Musical Celebrity. Mance Traveled All Over The Country Playing His Music And Influencing Such Musicians As Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Ry Cooder, And Taj Mahal. But He Always Remained Rooted In The Life Of Navasota. 'I Say Me For A Parable' Means, Roughly, 'I Use Myself As An Example.' In This Book Mance Tells His Own Story In His Own Authentic Language, As A Representative Of A Hard Yet Rich Way Of Rural Africanamerican Life And As A Creator And Purveyor Of A Music That Has Conquered The Globe. Of Special Note Are The 'Goalongs' (Or Chapters) That Relate Mances Adventures With The Legendary Texas Ranger Frank Hamer, Who Rid Navasota Of Its Virulent Violence Against Blacks Before He Went On To Capture Bonnie And Clyde, And That Tell Of His Times In 'This Music Bizness,' Including A Command Performance For Frank Sinatra And Mia Farrow On Their Yacht.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'I Say Me For A Parable'? A: The main theme of 'I Say Me For A Parable' revolves around the life of Mance Lipscomb, showcasing his experiences as a tenant farmer, musician, and a representative of rural African-American life, emphasizing resilience in the face of adversity.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'I Say Me For A Parable' is Marice Lipscomb, who wrote the book detailing his father Mance Lipscomb's life and musical journey.
- Q: What kind of music does Mance Lipscomb play? A: Mance Lipscomb is known for playing the blues, particularly as a skilled 'gittah' player, singer, and songwriter, influencing many famous musicians.
- Q: When was 'I Say Me For A Parable' published? A: The book 'I Say Me For A Parable' was published on March 21, 1995.
- Q: What format is 'I Say Me For A Parable' available in? A: This book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 508 pages.
- Q: Is the book condition new or used? A: The item condition of 'I Say Me For A Parable' is listed as good.
- Q: What can readers expect from Mance Lipscomb's storytelling style? A: Readers can expect an authentic storytelling style that reflects Mance Lipscomb's own language and experiences, providing a genuine insight into his life and the culture of his time.
- Q: What historical context does the book provide? A: The book provides historical context regarding racism and the struggles faced by African-Americans in the rural South, alongside Mance's personal anecdotes and adventures.
- Q: Does the book include any notable collaborations or performances? A: Yes, the book recounts Mance Lipscomb's notable performances, including a command performance for Frank Sinatra and Mia Farrow.