26 Songs In 30 Days. Woody Guthries Columbia River Songs And The Planned Promised Land In The Pacific Northwest

"26 Songs In 30 Days" delves into the remarkable journey of folk legend Woody Guthrie as he crafts a musical legacy for the Pacific Northwest. This non-fiction work, enriched by contributions from historians and musicologists, explores Guthrie's prolific songwriting during his month-long commission by the Bonneville Power Administration in 1941. The book captures themes of hope, resilience, and the transformative power of music against the backdrop of America's quest for a 'Planned Promised Land.' An insightful exploration of cultural history, it unveils how Guthrie's songs continue to resonate with the spirit of the region and its people.