Singer-songwriter (1897–1933), known as the ‘Singing Brakeman’ and ‘Yodeling Cowboy,’ who melded jazz, blues, and Southern mountain music, and became one of the first superstars of country music, and one of the original inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961. Singer-songwriter (1897–1933), known as the ‘Singing Brakeman’ and ‘Yodeling Cowboy,’ who melded jazz, blues, and Southern mountain music, and became one of the first superstars of country music, and one of the original inductees into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1961. Scarce 1841 The Elementary Spelling-Book, 4.25 x 6.75, signed on the inside of the back cover in black ink, “Jimmie Rodgers.” Presented in a 12.25 x 8.25 picture box with a nameplate affixed to the viewing glass and soft lining to the interior. In very good condition. Despite the fragile state of the book, Rodgers’s signature remains bold and clear. Originates from an archive of material from the collection of Rodgers' aunt and cousins. Pre-certified REAL.
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