About the Author

Ronald D. Cohen is professor emeritus in U.S. History from Indiana University Northwest and is the author of numerous books including Rainbow Quest: The Folk Music Revival and American Society, 1940-1970 (2002) and Folk Music: The Basics (2006).

Reviews

Cohen carefully documents his sources for each chapter and provides a detailed index. Fans and scholars alike will find this book interesting and helpful. Recommended.
*CHOICE, May 2009*

Fascinating history.... Very useful.... Succeeds superbly.
*American Reference Books Annual*

Extensively researched....Cohen uses his storytelling skills to explore the early days of American folk music.
*Dirty Linen, March / April 2009*