Janis Joplin - Rise Up Singing

Forty years after her death, Janis Joplin remains among the most compelling and influential figures in rock-and-roll history. Her story-told here with depth and sensitivity by author Ann Angel-is one of a girl who struggled against rules and limitations, yet worked diligently to improve as a singer. It''s the story of an outrageous rebel who wanted to be loved, and of a wild woman who wrote long, loving letters to her mom. And finally, it''s the story of one of the most iconic female musicians in American history, who died at twenty-seven. Janis Joplin includes more than sixty photographs, and an assortment of anecdotes from Janis''s friends and band mates. This thoroughly researched and well-illustrated biography is a must-have for all young artists, music lovers, and pop-culture enthusiasts.

Product details

• Authors: Ann Angel, Angel Ann
• Publisher: Amulet Books
• Languages: English
• Age Recommendation: from age 13
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 10.09.2010
• EAN: 9780810983496
• ISBN: 978-0-8109-8349-6
• Dimensions: 213 mm x 270 mm x 20 mm
• Subjects: Children's and young people's books > Non-fiction books / Non-fiction picture books > Art, music; Humanities, art, music > Music; Pop Music, Interest age: from c 12 years, Pop music (Children's / Teenage), Children’s / Teenage general interest: Music and musicians, YOUNG ADULT NONFICTION / Music / General