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Bob Dylan in the Big Apple: Troubadour Tales of New York
A must have travel and music guide to Bob Dylan's favourite New York city haunts.
Bob Dylan in the Big Apple will take you on a journey that Dylan took through the streets of New York in the early 1960s, looking at the locations, including the less trodden Dylan trails, the characters he befriended as well as revealing stories that formed the backdrop to his life and work.
We follow in his early footsteps into the Cafe Wha? as well as, more recently, the Beacon Theatre. Along the way we take in fighting on Elizabeth Street, the 'crummy' hotel, the tavern 'on the corner of Armageddon Street' and the Tuscarora Indian Reservation and more. We also take the Rolling Tyre Walk as well as the Talkin' Washington Park Square picnic.
With photographs and a map of the locations and wonderful stories this is a must for any Dylan enthusiast.
'K G Miles has captured the vibrant spirit of Bobby's Big Apple career as well as looking into the nooks and crannies of the people, places and scenes of NYC. As one who was privileged to be there in those halcyon days I could not be more pleased. It's a great read.'John Winn, singer, songwriter and old troubadour
'This is your travel guide through time and space to the favorite haunts of the most celebrated folkie on planet earth. There is something magical about walking in the footsteps of our musical heroes. Whether it's the Beatles in Liverpool, Leonard Cohen in Hydra or Bob Dylan in New York City, these pilgrimages can be vastly more rewarding than any planned vacation. Refreshingly non-academic, this book begins and ends at the Beacon Theatre, where Dylanophiles from around the world converge for a glimpse of the enigma that is Bob Dylan.'Kevin Odegard, musician, 'Blood on The Tracks'
Bob Dylan in the Big Apple will take you on a journey that Dylan took through the streets of New York in the early 1960s, looking at the locations, including the less trodden Dylan trails, the characters he befriended as well as revealing stories that formed the backdrop to his life and work.
We follow in his early footsteps into the Cafe Wha? as well as, more recently, the Beacon Theatre. Along the way we take in fighting on Elizabeth Street, the 'crummy' hotel, the tavern 'on the corner of Armageddon Street' and the Tuscarora Indian Reservation and more. We also take the Rolling Tyre Walk as well as the Talkin' Washington Park Square picnic.
With photographs and a map of the locations and wonderful stories this is a must for any Dylan enthusiast.
'K G Miles has captured the vibrant spirit of Bobby's Big Apple career as well as looking into the nooks and crannies of the people, places and scenes of NYC. As one who was privileged to be there in those halcyon days I could not be more pleased. It's a great read.'John Winn, singer, songwriter and old troubadour
'This is your travel guide through time and space to the favorite haunts of the most celebrated folkie on planet earth. There is something magical about walking in the footsteps of our musical heroes. Whether it's the Beatles in Liverpool, Leonard Cohen in Hydra or Bob Dylan in New York City, these pilgrimages can be vastly more rewarding than any planned vacation. Refreshingly non-academic, this book begins and ends at the Beacon Theatre, where Dylanophiles from around the world converge for a glimpse of the enigma that is Bob Dylan.'Kevin Odegard, musician, 'Blood on The Tracks'
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148 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 9, 2021
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September 23, 2022
Bob Dylan in the Big Apple proved to be the perfect book for me, bringing to life places I was familiar with from frequent visits to NYC, but never really knew the background. I particularly enjoy the author’s engaging written style & how he reveals surprises in every chapter. I found myself transported to NYC & the West Village in particular. I can’t recommend it highly enough! A brilliant read!
January 1, 2023
Great little easy read about Dylan in New York
March 1, 2023
I liked the book a lot, i appreciated how the author included anecdotes from people who surrounded Dylan in NYC, as well as the authors ability to transport the reader into the village.
June 18, 2022
Short history of Dylan in New York, with plenty of anecdotes, and locations. Others have done the same for the locations, and bios have included most of the stories. If you're going to New York City, and don't know the locations, this is a decent enough book to pick up and take with you.
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