@murphreads my BnN has 50 copies of Stoner and zero of an iconic American novel, Butcher’s Crossing. But also don’t miss his, Augustus. i never felt as blown away by Stoner. Williams wrote three very different novels
Sister Rosette Tharpe performing
"this little light of mine" in 1960 & sister rosetta tharpe, born rosetta nubin on march 20th, 1915, in cotton plant, arkansas, was a pioneering figure in american music history. raised in a deeply religious household, she began her musical journey at a young age, honing her skills as a singer & guitarist in church alongside her mother. tharpe's early exposure to gospel music laid the foundation for her distinctive style, which seamlessly blended the spiritual fervor of gospel with the rhythmic drive & instrumentation of blues & jazz. #blues #guitarplayer