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Batten, Jack

Oscar Peterson: The Man and His Jazz

186 pp. | Tundra | November, 2012 | Trade ISBN 978-1-77049-269-1 $19.95
(4) YA This is a touching biography of the great jazz pianist who triumphed over adversity to become a legendary artist. The absorbing but lengthy volume, most appropriate for teens, will foster appreciation for Peterson's hard work, as well as for early founders of jazz, including Peterson's mentor Norman Granz. Small, grainy black-and-white photographs break up the text-heavy chapters. Discography is appended. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Nicki Richesin

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