About this title: A biography of a jazz giant, this title appeals to jazz lovers and Dizzy fans. It has been reviewed in books and music pages of national newspapers e.g., "Observer Music Monthly" magazine. Dizzy Gillespie has secured his place in the jazz pantheon as one of the most expressive and virtuosic improvisers in the history of the music. But, he was much ...
read more
Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is described below.
Description: Very Good. Great condition for a used book! Minimal wear. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Description: Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. Shipped to over one million happy customers. Your purchase benefits world literacy! read more
Description: Good. 0688170889 Former library item may have library binding and show stamps, stickers or other marks. Items not meeting quality expectations may be returned. Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. read more
Description: Good. 0688170889 Former library item may have library binding and show stamps, stickers or other marks. Items not meeting quality expectations may be returned. Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: It Books
Date Published: 3/28/2006
ISBN-13:9780060559212ISBN:0060559217
Description: New. 0060559217 Brand New Book With Remainder Mark. May Have Slight Shelf Wear. In-Stock Now For Immediate Secure Packaging & Delivery. read more
Description: Very good. Publishers Overstock. A Very Good copy with a Remainder Mark and wear to the extremities. Buy with confidence from an Independent Bookstore where the owners, a husband and wife team, have over 30 years of combined bookselling experience. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: New York Harper Collins 2005 1st Edition 1st Printing
ISBN-13:9780688170882ISBN:0688170889
Description: Near Fine in Fine Dust Jacket. 0688170889. Hardcover 8vo 422 pages Remainder New, unused book, black remainder mark to foot of textblock, dustjacket now in archival Brodart protector. Black paper over boards, orange spine, blue spine title. Black and white photographs. Includes Notes, Index. B&W Photographs Here is the definitive biography of the innovative jazz musician. An important, well researched history of uniquely American music in a true rags to riches very readable style. read more
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers, U.S.
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9780688170882ISBN:0688170889
Description: NEAR FINE BOOK. Near Fine Dust Jacket. 8vo-over 7¾"-9¾" tall. This is an excellent copy with minimal wear. Clean, unmarked and tightly bound. Hinges are in excellent condition. Corners are not bumped. Dust jacket has light wear. read more
Binding: Softcover
Publisher: Harpercollins
Date Published: 2006-04-01
ISBN-13:9780060559212ISBN:0060559217
Description: NEW. Softcover. From an inventory that is 100% brand-new, 100% direct from the publishers' distribution channel. We carry NO pre-owned, NO remaindered. We pack in CARDBOARD to ensure the pristine quality is maintained. (Bubble-wrap alone is NOT sufficient to protect from USPS equipment. ) Guaranteed brand-NEW, protected with CARDBOARD, your satisfaction is guaranteed. BKLUVID: 9780060559212. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks
Date Published: 2006
ISBN-13:9780060559212ISBN:0060559217
Description: New. Brand New! Buy with confidence-your satisfaction is guaranteed at B-Logistics! Due to the large scale of our operation, we do not have access to the specific contents/condition of our items. Please note that Expedited shipping is not available at this time. read more
Description: New in New jacket. pp. 422. Dizzy Gillespie is one of the most expressive & virtuosic improvisers in the history of music. But he was much more than that. As one of the primary creators of the bebop & Afro-Cuban revolutions, he twice fundamentally changed the way jazz improvisation was done. And he transformed the aesthetic of big band jazz. This vivid biography takes us on the road with the great Calloway, Hines, & Eckstine bands & to Cheraw, S.C. ís cotton fields, Harlemísí after-hours clubs ... read more
Edition: First edition.
Binding: Hardcover
Publisher: Harper Entertainment, New York
Date Published: 2005
ISBN-13:9780688170882ISBN:0688170889
Description: Illustrated with b/w photographs. Very good in good dust jacket. Book Description: HarperEntertainment / HarperCollins, New York, 2005. Hard Cover. Book Condition: Near Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. First Edition. Tall 8vo. 422pp. Some b/w photos. Short tear to top front of Dust Jacket. read more
Binding: Paperback
Publisher: Harper Paperbacks
Date Published: 2006-04-01
ISBN-13:9780060559212ISBN:0060559217
Description: Like New. Never Owned Or Read! Some May Have A Publishers Remainder Mark or Light Shelf Wear. NEW CONDITION OTHER THAN PUBLISHERS REMAINDER MARK! read more
We guarantee every item's condition, as described on Alibris. If you are not satisfied that an item is as described, return your purchase for a refund.
