Books Tell You Why, Inc.

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In Playing Catch-Up, A. B. Guthrie Jr. chronicles the life of his father, one of the most celebrated and influential American writers of the 20th century. A. B. Guthrie Jr. guides readers through his father's life, from his early days as a Depression-era migrant worker to his celebrated career as a writer, performer, and activist. The book includes candid and revealing interviews with friends, family, and contemporaries, as well as Guthrie's own unpublished writings. Playing Catch-Up is a unique and intimate portrait of one of America's greatest cultural icons.; 8vo; 183 pages.