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Only The Strong Survive: Memoirs Of A Soul Survivor (Black Music And Expressive Culture)
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Jerry Butlers Only The Strong Survive Presents A Portrait Of A Remarkable Performer, As Well As An Upclose And Personal Look At The World Of Rhythmandblues. Filled With Intimate Anecdotes About Such R&B Legends As Otis Redding, Curtis Mayfield, Patti Labelle, Sam Cook, And Dionne Warwick, Butlers Compelling, Sometimes Hilarious, Narrative Is Told Against The Backdrop Of 1960S America. Only The Strong Survive, As Told To Earl Smith, Is An Autobiography; But More Than That, It Is History. Drawing On Countless Conversations And Interviews With Butler And Others, Smith Chronicles The Icemans Journey From Rural Mississippi To Chicago, And The Founding And Eventual Breakup Of The Legendary Impressions Vocal Group.Currently Serving His Fourth Term On The Cook County Board Of Commissioners, Butler Also Gives Us A Glimpse Inside The World Of Chicago Politics. He Shares Stories Of Harold Washington, Chicagos First African American Mayor, And Others, Including Nation Of Islam Leader Louis Farrakhan.Only The Strong Survive Is An Entertaining, Moving Chronicle Of One Of Americas Music Pioneers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Only the Strong Survive'? A: The main theme of 'Only the Strong Survive' is the journey of Jerry Butler as a performer and his experiences in the world of rhythm-and-blues, alongside historical insights into 1960s America.
- Q: Who is the author of this memoir? A: The author of the memoir is Jerry Butler, with the narrative being developed in collaboration with Earl Smith.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in hardcover binding, which provides durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Only the Strong Survive' contain? A: The book contains a total of 288 pages.
- Q: When was 'Only the Strong Survive' published? A: The book was published on October 22, 2000.
- Q: Is there any mention of other artists in the book? A: Yes, the book includes intimate anecdotes about R&B legends such as Otis Redding, Curtis Mayfield, Patti LaBelle, Sam Cook, and Dionne Warwick.
- Q: What insights about Chicago politics are shared in the book? A: The memoir provides a glimpse into Chicago politics, including stories about Harold Washington, the first African American mayor of Chicago.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: No, 'Only the Strong Survive' is a standalone memoir and is not part of a series.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the R&B & Soul genre, focusing on music history and personal narrative.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this memoir? A: Readers can expect to learn about Jerry Butler's personal journey, the history of R&B music, and insights into the social and political landscape of the time.