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Discover the captivating comics biography that honors the legendary jazz musician with the ISBN 9781681123097. This beautifully crafted cloth over boards edition, published in 2023 by NBM Publishing, takes you on an evocative journey through the life of Charles Mingus, a true jazz icon. Delve into his complex narrative of triumphs and struggles as a pioneering artist who faced his battles against racism and societal marginalization head-on. Experience the vibrant evolution of his music, which reflects his indomitable spirit and rebellious nature.
The biography encapsulates Mingus’s remarkable career—from his roots in Los Angeles during the 1940s to his poignant farewell in Mexico. It explores his relentless pursuit of authenticity in a world that often sought to diminish him. This book is not just a celebration of his genius but a powerful reminder of the struggles artists endure.
Mingus's legacy goes beyond jazz, influencing generations of musicians and artists with his innovative compositions and uncompromising vision. Ideal for music enthusiasts, historians, and fans of graphic novels, this comprehensive biography of Mingus provides insight into the mind of a revolutionary figure.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781681123097
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2023
Publisher: NBM Publishing
Description:
“I play what I am. I play Mingus.” This comics biography tells the troubled life, the battles against racism, the brilliant music of a master who has left an indelible mark on the jazz scene, and beyond. From his beginnings in Los Angeles in the 1940s to his heartbreaking end in Mexico, the story of a man of indomitable and rebellious talent who crossed styles while always remaining himself, in perpetual struggle against a society that wanted him marginalized and subordinated.
The biography encapsulates Mingus’s remarkable career—from his roots in Los Angeles during the 1940s to his poignant farewell in Mexico. It explores his relentless pursuit of authenticity in a world that often sought to diminish him. This book is not just a celebration of his genius but a powerful reminder of the struggles artists endure.
Mingus's legacy goes beyond jazz, influencing generations of musicians and artists with his innovative compositions and uncompromising vision. Ideal for music enthusiasts, historians, and fans of graphic novels, this comprehensive biography of Mingus provides insight into the mind of a revolutionary figure.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781681123097
Format: Cloth over boards
Year: 2023
Publisher: NBM Publishing
Description:
“I play what I am. I play Mingus.” This comics biography tells the troubled life, the battles against racism, the brilliant music of a master who has left an indelible mark on the jazz scene, and beyond. From his beginnings in Los Angeles in the 1940s to his heartbreaking end in Mexico, the story of a man of indomitable and rebellious talent who crossed styles while always remaining himself, in perpetual struggle against a society that wanted him marginalized and subordinated.