Pete Seeger was an American folk singer-songwriter, musician, and social activist. He was a prominent figure on national radio in the 1940s. He achieved a string of hit records in the early 1950s as a member of The Weavers, particularly with their recording of Lead Belly's "Goodnight, Irene," which topped the charts for 14 weeks in 1950.
The book traces Pete's historical and family stories, including learning the banjo, travelling with Woody Guthrie, and finding commercial success. It also explains how he wrote books and composed his songs, delving into controversial movements such as communism, union support, racial barriers, the Peekskill Riots, the Vietnam War, and conservation action. The book highlights his influence, respect, and admiration of musicians like Bob Dylan, Joan Baez, Bruce Springsteen, Arlo Guthrie, and the Creedence Clearwater Revival, to name but a few.
Readers will come to know Pete more deeply as they hear the man's gentle, principled voice resonate in their heads. They will witness his humility and willingness to respect opinions that significantly differ from his vital qualities in these troubled and diverse times.
