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Ed Cray Books
This author focuses on compelling biographies, delving into the lives of significant figures through their writing. Their work is characterized by deep research and an informed perspective on what shapes pivotal historical individuals. As a seasoned journalist, they bring a rich sense of detail and context to their narratives. Their commitment to biography is evident in their extensive body of work and their establishment of international studies in the field.
The Erotic Muse
- 480 pages
- 17 hours of reading
Ever wanted to know the "correct" words to "Roll Me Over?" Wondered where the melody of "Sweet Betsy from Pike" came from? Ed Cray ranges from "The Cod Fish Song" to "Hallelujah I'm a Bum" in a tireless quest to answer such questions and restore bawdy to an esteemed place in our folk music canon. Extensively revised and including forty more songs than its predecessor, the second edition of The Erotic Muse is a unique collection of bawdy and even forbidden American folksongs. Cray presents the full texts of some 125 works with melodies for most and detailed annotations for all. In addition, he adds lively commentary that places the songs in historical, social, and, where appropriate, psychological context.
Ramblin' Man: The Life and Times of Woody Guthrie
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
Woody Guthrie's life as a patriot and political radical is vividly portrayed, highlighting his impactful songs that resonated with the spirit of his era. Marked as a subversive by the FBI, he faced personal struggles, including family tragedies and mental illness. His battle with Huntington's disease cut his life short at forty-two. Ed Cray, the first biographer with access to the Woody Guthrie Archive, crafts a poignant narrative that underscores Guthrie's significant influence on iconic musicians like Pete Seeger, Bob Dylan, and Bruce Springsteen.
