Monarchs of minstrelsy, from "Daddy" Rice to date by Edw. Le Roy Rice

"Monarchs of Minstrelsy, from 'Daddy' Rice to Date" by Edw. Le Roy Rice is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book explores the evolution of minstrel shows, focusing on the significant figures and performers from the inception of this entertainment style to the present day of its writing. It delves into the lives and careers of celebrated performers while capturing the unique cultural narratives of the minstrel art form. The opening of the book sets the stage for an exploration of minstrelsy, questioning its relevance and survival amid changing societal views. It reflects on the notable artists who have passed away in recent years and highlights the contributions of both older and younger generations of performers. Through a combination of personal anecdotes and researched accounts, the author aims to preserve the legacy of these artists, emphasizing the significance of their stories in the broader context of American entertainment history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Rice, Edw. Le Roy (Edward Le Roy), 1871-1938
LoC No. 11001635
Title Monarchs of minstrelsy, from "Daddy" Rice to date
Original Publication United States: Kenny Publishing Company,1911.
Credits deaurider, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Reading Level Reading ease score: 73.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Language English
LoC Class ML: Music: Literature of music
Subject Minstrel shows
Subject Actors -- United States
Category Text
eBook-No. 69826
Release Date
Last Update Oct 19, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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