Deep In A Dream The Long Night of Chet Baker by James Gavin (Paperback Book)
Experience the captivating life story of Chet Baker in "Deep In A Dream" by James Gavin. This definitive biography chronicles Baker's rise as the 'cool' jazz prince of the 1950s, his enigmatic persona, and his tragic journey through addiction and destruction. Gavin masterfully unravels the myths surrounding Baker, revealing the truth behind his tormented childhood and his passionate, yet ultimately destructive, relationship with drugs. "Deep In A Dream" explores how Baker's life mirrored America's own post-war transition from innocence to disillusionment, all while celebrating the enduring power of his enchanting music. Key Features: * Comprehensive biography of jazz legend Chet Baker * Authored by James Gavin * Explores Baker's musical genius and personal struggles * Details his emergence in the 1950s cool jazz scene * Covers his life and drug-related death in 1988 Product Summary: Deep In A Dream biography by James Gavin. English language version, 464 pages. Features ISBN 9780099590514. Publisher Vintage.
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Experience the captivating life story of Chet Baker in "Deep In A Dream" by James Gavin. This definitive biography chronicles Baker's rise as the 'cool' jazz prince of the 1950s, his enigmatic persona, and his tragic journey through addiction and destruction. Gavin masterfully unravels the myths surrounding Baker, revealing the truth behind his tormented childhood and his passionate, yet ultimately destructive, relationship with drugs. "Deep In A Dream" explores how Baker's life mirrored America's own post-war transition from innocence to disillusionment, all while celebrating the enduring power of his enchanting music. Key Features: * Comprehensive biography of jazz legend Chet Baker * Authored by James Gavin * Explores Baker's musical genius and personal struggles * Details his emergence in the 1950s cool jazz scene * Covers his life and drug-related death in 1988 Product Summary: Deep In A Dream biography by James Gavin. English language version, 464 pages. Features ISBN 9780099590514. Publisher Vintage.
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Experience the captivating life story of Chet Baker in "Deep In A Dream" by James Gavin. This definitive biography chronicles Baker's rise as the 'cool' jazz prince of the 1950s, his enigmatic persona, and his tragic journey through addiction and destruction. Gavin masterfully unravels the myths surrounding Baker, revealing the truth behind his tormented childhood and his passionate, yet ultimately destructive, relationship with drugs. "Deep In A Dream" explores how Baker's life mirrored America's own post-war transition from innocence to disillusionment, all while celebrating the enduring power of his enchanting music. Key Features: * Comprehensive biography of jazz legend Chet Baker * Authored by James Gavin * Explores Baker's musical genius and personal struggles * Details his emergence in the 1950s cool jazz scene * Covers his life and drug-related death in 1988 Product Summary: Deep In A Dream biography by James Gavin. English language version, 464 pages. Features ISBN 9780099590514. Publisher Vintage.
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Brand | Vintage Publishing |
format | paperback |
Language | eng |
type | book |
age level | adults |
Size | 12.9 x 2.7 x 19.8 cm |
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