Satchmo
Gary Giddins
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Satchmo
by Gary Giddins
Published
1998
Publisher
Da Capo Press
Pages
239
Description
"Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong has been called the most influential musician of the twentieth century: His magnificent career as a trumpet player, singer, bandleader, and actor made him a legend in his own time; his influence on jazz and popular music is impossible to overstate. Gary Giddins has been called "the best jazz writer in America today" (Esquire). Together this auspicious pairing has resulted in Satchmo, one of the most vivid and insightful portraits ever drawn of the great man and superlative artist. Giddins was the first writer to have access to Armstrong's unpublished writings, and he uses them to deftly recount Louis's colorful - and sometimes controversial - life. The result is an intimate biography, uniquely balanced in its treatment of his music and his life. Also available in an illustrated edition, this is a vital introduction to the man and his genius."--BOOK JACKET.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Satchmo?
This edition of Satchmo has approximately 239 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Satchmo?
For most readers, Satchmo typically takes between 4h 59m and 3h 19m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 59,750 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 59m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 59,750 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Satchmo?
The estimated word count for Satchmo is approximately 59,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Satchmo?
Satchmo was written by Gary Giddins.
When was Satchmo published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1998. The original work may have been published on a different date.