First-edition hardcover of Shining Trumpets: A History of Jazz by Rudi Blesh. Published in 1946 by Alfred A. Knopf. An early historical examination of American jazz.


CONDITION

Acceptable vintage condition. No dust jacket. Covers have discoloration, spotting, stains and general shelf wear. Page edges are heavily toned, with additional age toning and scattered spotting inside. Previous price and light pencil writing on the front endpaper. Binding appears intact.

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ITEM SPECIFICS

Author: Rudi Blesh

Title: Shining Trumpets: A History of Jazz

Publisher: Alfred A. Knopf

Publication Year: 1946

Edition: First Edition

Format: Hardcover

Language: English

Genre: Music History

Topic: Jazz

Era: 1940s

Vintage: Yes

Dust Jacket: No

Number of Pages: 341 numbered text pages


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