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11/13/2019 11:01 PM

Janis: Her Life and Music by Holly George-Warren


Janis Joplin’s heroin overdose at age 27 has come to define her for many. But, between Jan. 19, 1943 and Oct. 4, 1970, Janis lived a full life. Her bittersweet relations with friends and family, her uncanny ability to make tragic decisions, and, most of all, her soul, born to sing the blues, are revealed in this biography. With access to personal letters, confidants, and band members, George-Warren leads us through Janis’ bumpy life in this overdue and definitive biography.

Sharon, R.J. Julia Booksellers, Madison