The Jimmy Driftwood Story
by Richard Kent Streeter

Biography

The book "The Jimmy Driftwood Story: A Biography with Songs, Photos and Tributes" by Richard Kent Streeter chronicles the life of Jimmy Driftwood, an Arkansas folk musician, songwriter (famous for "The Battle of New Orleans"), teacher, and cultural preservationist in the Ozarks. It combines biography, discography, genealogy, and Ozark folklore.

This “100th” Birthday Edition” tells the story of Jimmy’s family history, his recordings, awards, official appointments and more. And, at last in one place is the story of the historic Rackensack Folklore Society, Arkansas Folk Festival, Ozark Folk Center, Blanchard Springs Caverns, Buffalo National River and the Jimmy Driftwood Barn.

Two size versions plus eBook available.

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