Library Technical Assistant II
Featured New Book
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Billie Holiday by Call Number: ML420.H58 B47 2019ISBN: 9781476674698Publication Date: 2019-10-31Eleanora "Lady Day" Fagan, better known as Billie Holiday, played a primary role in the development of American jazz culture and in African American history. Devoted to the enduring jazz icon, covering many aspects of her career, image and legacy, these fresh essays range from musical and vocal analyses, to critical assessments of film depictions of the singer, to analysis of the social movements and protests addressed by her signature songs, including her impact on contemporary movements such as #BlackLivesMatter.
More than a century after her birth, Billie Holiday's abiding relevance and impact is a testament to the power of musical protest. This collection pays tribute to her creativity, bravery and lasting legacy.
New Books at the John C. Hitt Library
This guide identifies a selection of new books that are currently on view at the John C. Hitt Library. The New Books Display highlights up to 500 of the most interesting books for browsing in person. They can be found on the curvy, white shelves near the Student Union entrance of the library, adjacent to the Circulation desk.
To use this guide:
- Select a tab on the left.
- In each list, hover your mouse over the item title to see a synopsis of the book.
- To check availability, click the title link to access the online catalog record.
- Click "preview @ Google" to explore even further.
New books entering the library are displayed for a short period of time before being stored in the Automated Retrieval Center (ARC). Check this guide weekly for new additions, including the Featured New Book found at the bottom of this page.
All items can be checked out for the usual period of time, just take your selection to the circulation desk and we'll do the rest. Happy reading!
