Victory through Harmony : The BBC and Popular Music in World War II (Signed)
NY: Oxford, 2011. First Edition. Hardcover. As New / As New. Item #SHEL461
ISBN: 0195372018
Hardbound. 275pp. Illus. Notes. Notes. Bibliography. Index. Signed by Baade. Thoroughly researched & smoothly written book packed with information. Interweaves subjects of dance music & dance bands (live and recorded), popular music, role of music for wartime workers, BBC policies & programs, influence of American music (involving jazz & crooners), racial & gender issues & policies, music a as medium for propaganda & morale building & morale weakening for both troops & civilians, BBC Dancing Club, Radio Rhythm Club, and much more. This book includes in its text keys to finding specific recorded examples on the book's accompanying website. Fine, like new in dj.
Price: $57.38