John and Alan Lomax, Negro Folk Songs sung by Lead Belly
John and Alan Lomax
Negro Folk Songs sung by Lead Belly
1935
The biography and music of folk and blues legend Huddie Ledbetter, known as Lead Belly, who was noted for his strong voice and mastery of the twelve-string guitar.
Authors and music pioneers John and Alan Lomax were astounded by his talent when they first met Lead Belly in 1932 during a visit to the Louisiana Penitentiary, and wrote this book as a result.
