Woody Guthrie's Modern World Blues

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Woody Guthrie is often seen as the quintessential "Okie Bard," but this book reveals a more complex figure. Will Kaufman explores Guthrie's multifaceted life as an abstract painter, sculptor, and a thinker engaged with contemporary issues like atomic energy and dialectical materialism. Beyond the rural folk image, Guthrie's artistic and intellectual pursuits highlight his profound connection to the cultural and political landscape of his era, showcasing him as a significant figure in both music and art.