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lattelibrarian's review against another edition
5.0
The Myers family does it again! Walter Dean Myers does an incredible job of creating a collection of poetry based on the blues, and Christopher Myers likewise does an amazing job with illustrating them. Rich with history and slang, this is a must have for the music-lover! Turn on some Muddy Waters and get cracking on this one. It's filled with resources and a glossary, so it's sure to be both entertaining and educational!
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nglofile's review against another edition
2.0
Intended to be both introduction to and celebration of the blues as lyrical expression, Blues Journey succeeds in providing exposure to the key elements of the form. The accompanying illustrations carry the mournful tones further by tinting the characters only in shades of blues and browns. The repetition and rhythm which are characteristic of blues are exemplified well, and the inclusion of both introduction and glossary identify symbols and themes that might be overlooked or misunderstood. However, the book as a whole seems to lack the heart or feeling that one would expect in a celebration of the blues. The text seems dry and plodding, not musical, and that itself seems worthy of lament.
rremer's review against another edition
2.0
The music was awesome the poems didn't quite live up to it though they weren't bad by any means
jmanchester0's review against another edition
5.0
Great introduction to the Blues! Myers is a fantastic communicator. (And Allen's reading is amazing!)
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