Table of Contents

1. He’s Just Woody 2. Growin’ Up in Okemah 3. Strugglin’ with Dust in Pampa, Texas 4. The California Years 5. Bound for Glory 6. Woody’s Patriotism 7. The New York Years 8. Father and Son 9. Living with Huntington’s 10. Marjorie, Nora, Arlo, and the Guthrie Legacy

About the Author

Mary Jo Guthrie Edgmon, Woody’s sister, hosts the internationally acclaimed Woody Fest. Guy Logsdon has written about Woody Guthrie in The Smithsonian and the liner notes for many of Woody Guthrie’s recordings. He is the author of several books, including The Whorehouse Bells Were Ringing and Other Songs Cowboys Sing.

Reviews

"I and so many of my musician friends are indebted to Woody for his lifelong commitment to social change and to the common man. These letters that Mary Jo has saved provide a new and open window to Woody’s early years and to the love he had for his family. It’s a rare and fascinating collection!"
—Graham Nash, Artist

"Many of the documents included will appeal to fans and researchers. The letters Guthrie wrote to his family after the death of his child and letters about his success in the music business bring insight into Guthrie's personality and relationships... recommended for readers interested in the iconic musician."
—Library Journal

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