W. C. Handy: Founder of the Blues

by L.S. Summer

A biography of African-American bandleader and composer W. C. Handy, known as the 'Father of the Blues, ' discussing his childhood as the son of religious parents, his early love for music, and his role in popularizing the blues.

• Format: Library Binding
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1567669271
• ISBN13: 9781567669275
• Release Date: August 2001
• Publisher: Child's World
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 9.0" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7