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Janis Joplin
Author Edward Willett gives a comprehensive biography of legendary singer Janis Joplin, from her childhood singing in the church choir to her adolescent rebellions with the local beatniks through her drug and alcohol use and her amazing musical success. With a powerful and soulful voice, Janis blazed a trail for other female rockers during her short and eventful life.
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American Rebels series. This biography does a serviceable job telling the story of Joplin's life. There's little original observation; excerpts from a biography about Joplin written by her sister supply the psychological insights. However, readers interested in Joplin s lasting legacy will find useful information. Sidebars and photographs, most black-and-white, break up the pages. Reading list, timeline, websites. Glos., ind., The Horn Book Guide Fall 2008
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