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In search of Gil Scott-Heron the "Godfather of rap"

In search of Gil Scott-Heron the "Godfather of rap"

Mauceri, Thomas, author.
Graphic Novel 2023

Gil Scott-Heron is one of the most important artists of the past 60 years, and is widely credited as laying the foundations for modern hip hop as we know it. This gorgeous graphic novel follows the author as he attempts to track down the elusive "Godfather of Rap" for an interview that never seems to happen, while examining his target's music, controversial life, and lasting political and cultural legacy.

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ISBN:
9781787740235
Edition:
First edition
Description:
1 volume (unpaged) : chiefly colour illustrations ; 27
Other Title:
Gil Scott-Heron : the "Godfather of rap"
Notes:
"First published in French by Editions Les Arenes © Les Arenes, Paris 2022."--Copyright page
Includes discography
Control Number:
3252256
Other Authors:
Bowes, Lauren, letterer
Hogan, James (Translator), translator
Piquet, Seb, letterer
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