An intriguing snapshot in time to when swing ruled the airwaves, FDR was president, and when the world was on the brink of another war. Told from alternating stories: Count Basie, Eleanor Roosevelt, radio shows, Benny Goodman, racism, the Joe Louis fight and more this intriguing look into the late 1930s has something to offer for everyone. I learned a lot about swing, Harlem, race relations, and Us policy, it's an easy delightful read that will put a smile on your face and make you want to listen to some good ol' swing.
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