Description: "Beneath the Underdog: His World as Composed by Charles Mingus" is an autobiography by the influential jazz bassist and composer Charles Mingus. In this book, Mingus provides an unfiltered and raw account of his life, encompassing his tumultuous personal experiences and remarkable musical career. Mingus delves into his early years, depicting his struggles with racial identity, poverty, and a challenging family environment. He explores his musical evolution, chronicling his interactions with jazz greats and the development of his innovative style. The narrative is candid about his battles with mental health, relationships, and his complex personality. The book is structured non-linearly, blending vivid recollections, dialogues, and stream-of-consciousness passages, reflecting Mingus's unique voice and artistic temperament. "Beneath the Underdog" offers a deeply personal and provocative insight into the life of a jazz legend, marked by his relentless pursuit of creative expression and his confrontation with the social and personal obstacles that shaped his journey.
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Book Title: Beneath the Underdog : His World As Composed by Mingus
Narrative Type: Nonfiction
MPN: Does not apply
Original Language: English
Item Length: 7.9 in
Publisher: Vintage Books
Vintage: Yes
Brand: Unbranded
Publication Year: 1991
Format: Trade Paperback
Language: English
Item Height: 0.8 in
Author: Charles Mingus
Genre: Music, Biography & Autobiography
Topic: Composers & Musicians, Individual Composer & Musician, Genres & Styles / Jazz
Item Weight: 11.2 Oz
Item Width: 5.2 in
Number of Pages: 384 Pages
