Ol'Blue Eyes: A Frank Sinatra Encyclopedia

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This reference work details Frank Sinatra's creative accomplishments and includes biographical information as it relates to his art. Of possible interest to both researchers and fans, this book provides access to data collected from disparate sources, including the first published listing of Internet resources. The information is divided into three parts, each arranged alphabetically, and covers his music, film, radio and television appearances, and his concerts and humanitarian contributions. A bibliography designed to provide information on locating additional resources is also included. The alphabetical arrangements of song entries includes information on the songs, record labels, arrangers and recording dates. Three appendices at the end of the volume provide additional information about the recordings. The encyclopaedia concludes with the details of awards Sinatra has received.

Reviews

"""This book is for the fan who wants to know more about all that [Sinatra] has left us....Your local bookstore may have a tempting display of Sinatra books, but if discovering the facts behind his songs, films and TV appearances is more important to you than gossip, Ol' Blue Eyes may ultimately prove to be the one that will help you most."""-Big Reel
""[T]his thorough chronicle of Sinatra's multifaceted career will be a treasure trove for cultural studies researchers and a popular reference for fans....this comprehensive reference is, like the Chairman of the Board himself, of enduring value. Recommended for popular music collections in academic and large public libraries.""-Library Journal
""A valuable tool for researchers and fans, Ol' Blue Eyes brings together in one easy-to-use volume new information, ...as well as data from out of print or difficult to obtain sources....Ol' Blue Eyes is a 'must' for all Sinatra fans and students of American music history and popular culture.""-The MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW
""Sinatra collectors will surely find this book a worthy addition to the reference shelf.""-Discoveries
""There's been a lot written about Sinatra, but here, author Mustazza packages all the important information about this American icon...for the researchers who don't want to spend hours in the libraries.""-RPM
""This book is for the fan who wants to know more about all that [Sinatra] has left us....Your local bookstore may have a tempting display of Sinatra books, but if discovering the facts behind his songs, films and TV appearances is more important to you than gossip, Ol' Blue Eyes may ultimately prove to be the one that will help you most.""-Big Reel
The death of Frank Sinatra has unleased a torrent of tributes, and this particular book will lead the (rat) pack....Every single, album, and compact disc he made, every song he recorded, every movie he ever appeared in, every composer and musical conductor he ever worked with, and every Internet site devoted to Sinatra is listed in detail. This is an exhaustive concordance to the artistic works of one of the most influential entertainers of our time and will be an invaluable resource for any large public library or any collection specializing in popular entertainment.-ARBA
Valuable for all popular music collections.-Choice
Valuable for all popular music collections.Choice
"""This thorough chronicle of Sinatra's multifaceted career will be a treasure trove for cultural studies researchers and a popular reference for fans....this comprehensive reference is, like the Chairman of the Board himself, of enduring value. Recommended for popular music collections in academic and large public libraries."""-Library Journal
"""[T]his thorough chronicle of Sinatra's multifaceted career will be a treasure trove for cultural studies researchers and a popular reference for fans....this comprehensive reference is, like the Chairman of the Board himself, of enduring value. Recommended for popular music collections in academic and large public libraries."""-Library Journal
"""A valuable tool for researchers and fans, Ol' Blue Eyes brings together in one easy-to-use volume new information, ...as well as data from out of print or difficult to obtain sources....Ol' Blue Eyes is a 'must' for all Sinatra fans and students of American music history and popular culture."""-The MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW
"""Sinatra collectors will surely find this book a worthy addition to the reference shelf."""-Discoveries
"""There's been a lot written about Sinatra, but here, author Mustazza packages all the important information about this American icon...for the researchers who don't want to spend hours in the libraries."""-RPM
"Valuable for all popular music collections."-Choice
"The death of Frank Sinatra has unleased a torrent of tributes, and this particular book will lead the (rat) pack....Every single, album, and compact disc he made, every song he recorded, every movie he ever appeared in, every composer and musical conductor he ever worked with, and every Internet site devoted to Sinatra is listed in detail. This is an exhaustive concordance to the artistic works of one of the most influential entertainers of our time and will be an invaluable resource for any large public library or any collection specializing in popular entertainment."-ARBA

Author Bio

LEONARD MUSTAZZA is Associate Dean and Professor of English and American Studies at Penn State University, Abington College. He is the author of many scholarly articles and five books on popular culture and literature, including the critically acclaimed 1995 edition of The Frank Sinatra Reader.