The Grand Ole Opry History of Country Music: 70 Years of the Stars, the Songs, and the Stories
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Rating | : | 4.98 (787 Votes) |
Asin | : | 0679435565 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 257 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2016-03-05 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
From Library Journal Scheduled for publication just prior to the 70th anniversary of the Grand Ole Opry in October, this lavishly illustrated volume rehashes the country music radio program's history from its early days broadcasting stars like Uncle Dave Macon to today's faux cowboy songsters.Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.
"Five Stars" according to Kenneth R. McColly. Very good!. Wannetta L said Five Stars. Awesome. Love it, I love reading about the history of country music and anything historical about the Opry. This was educational and entertaining.
The best and most luxurious history of country music ever published, this 70th-anniversary tribute to the Grand Ole Opry has been selected by this beloved institution as its chief souvenir. The complete history of the Opry is given, from the early days of Roy Acuff and the Carter Family through Dolly Parton and Minnie Pearl to Garth Brooks and Reba McIntire--all illustrated with more than 225 photos, many in full color.