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Product Identifiers
PublisherHarperCollins Focus
ISBN-10078524154X
ISBN-139780785241546
eBay Product ID (ePID)15050077211
Product Key Features
Book TitleWillie Nelson's Letters to America
Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2021
TopicGenres & Styles / Folk & Traditional, Composers & Musicians, Genres & Styles / Country & Bluegrass
IllustratorYes
GenreMusic, Biography & Autobiography
AuthorWillie Nelson
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.9 in
Item Weight10.6 Oz
Item Length8.3 in
Item Width5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2021-930698
Reviews'If you've never read a book by or about Nelson, this one--characteristically conversational, inspirational, wise, funny, and meandering--is a good place to start'
Dewey Edition23
Number of Volumes1 vol.
Dewey Decimal782.421642092 B
SynopsisWillie's latest book--a series of heartfelt letters, along with song lyrics to some of his biggest hits--draws upon his incredible seventy-year music career, his love-filled family life, and his role as an American icon and font of wit and wisdom, One of America's most iconic musicians and public figures, Willie Nelson has penned a series of heartfelt letters and essays about the country and the people he loves. These personal notes, funny stories, and inspiring insights are a rollicking ride and an intimate look at the creative spirit and wit of a true American legend. Digging deep into his life and his vast music catalog, Willie's most personal book ever is written to lift us up in difficult times, to make us laugh, and to remind us of the endless promise and continuous obligations of all Americans. Like Willie Nelson himself, his letters are an American classic. From a small town in Texas to international acclaim as a singer and songwriter, actor and activist, gambler and joker, Willie Nelson's career has topped the worlds of country and popular music with frequent forays in film, television, and literature. He has been honored with thirteen Grammy Awards, the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize, and the Kennedy Center Honors. His populist activism has supported environmental and Native American causes, legalization of cannabis, and America's Family Farmers. Book jacket., An intimate collection of fond memories, personal letters, good songs, and bad jokes from a true American legend. "This is your old friend, Willie, sending a note to see how you're doing and to say I'm doing fine." In this series of short letters straight from the heart, Willie sends his thanks and his thoughts to everyone from his family, his fellow musicians, his heroes, and his guitar "Trigger." These letters, written in the straight-shooting, heart-rending, and profound style of his songs are a lyrical homage to all Americans--past, present, and future. From his opening letter "Dear America" to his epilogue, Willie digs deep into his heart and soul--and his music--to lift us up in difficult times, and to remind us of the endless promise and continuous obligations to ourselves, to one another, and to our nation. These pages are also filled with the moving lyrics to some of his most famous and insightful songs, including "Let Me Be a Man," "Family Bible," "Summer of Roses," "Me and Paul," "A Horse called Music," "Healing Hands of Time," and "Yesterday's Wine." Willie Nelson's Letters to America is perfect for: Musicians and fans of country, bluegrass, and folk music. Fans of Willie's bestselling memoir, It's A Long Story . Anyone looking for some simple and timeless wisdom and tasteful humor. All Americans: who need to be reminded that "when the going gets tough, the tough needs a little inspiration to get going.", American music legend Willie Nelson follows his bestselling books It's a Long Story and The Tao of Willie with Letters to America, a more personal and intimate book than anything he's ever written. From his opening letter "Dear America" to his "Dear Willie" epilogue, Willie digs deep into his heart and soul--and his music catalog--to lift us up in difficult times, and to remind us of the endless promise and continuous obligations of all Americans--to themselves, to one another, and to their nation. In a series of letters straight from the heart, Willie sends his thanks and his thoughts to Americans past, present, and future, his closest family members, and his personal heroes, from our founding fathers to the leaders of future generations. Willie's letters are rounded out with the moving lyrics to some of his most famous and insightful songs, including "Let Me Be a Man," "Family Bible," "Summer of Roses," "Me and Paul," and "Yesterday's Wine.", An intimate collection of fond memories, personal letters, good songs, and bad jokes from a true American legend. "This is your old friend, Willie, sending a note to see how you're doing and to say I'm doing fine." In this series of short letters straight from the heart, Willie sends his thanks and his thoughts to everyone from his family, his fellow musicians, his heroes, and his guitar "Trigger." These letters, written in the straight-shooting, heart-rending, and profound style of his songs are a lyrical homage to all Americans--past, present, and future. From his opening letter "Dear America" to his epilogue, Willie digs deep into his heart and soul--and his music--to lift us up in difficult times, and to remind us of the endless promise and continuous obligations to ourselves, to one another, and to our nation. These pages are also filled with the moving lyrics to some of his most famous and insightful songs, including "Let Me Be a Man," "Family Bible," "Summer of Roses," "Me and Paul," "A Horse called Music," "Healing Hands of Time," and "Yesterday's Wine." Willie Nelson's Letters to America is perfect for: Musicians and fans of country, bluegrass, and folk music. Fans of Willie's bestselling memoir, It's A Long Story. Anyone looking for some simple and timeless wisdom and tasteful humor. All Americans: who need to be reminded that "when the going gets tough, the tough needs a little inspiration to get going."
LC Classification NumberML420.N4A3 2021
As told toPipkin, Turk
Bewertungen und Rezensionen
Relevanteste Rezensionen
- 20. Jul. 2021
Best of Willie
love Willie! Love his stories!Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
- 30. Okt. 2021
Meh
This is more or less a vanity book about Willie Nelson. I didn’t find it as interesting as I expected..Bestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Gebraucht
- 05. Okt. 2021
Excellent Book
Willie is an American TreasureBestätigter Kauf: JaArtikelzustand: Neu
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