192 pages; 4to (11.75") 30 cm; Large hardcover, black boards, black lettering, 192 pages, index, over 175 stunning artistic photos, some b/w, some full color, with captions. Parallel text in English, German, French. Forewords by Joachim Ernst Berendt and William Claxton. Photos by William Claxton. ; Fascinating little-known stories from New Orleans jazz history accompanying photos taken in 1960 for a book on the birthplace of jazz. Many full-page photos depicting not only famous musicians, but also street musicians, street dancers, popular hangouts, brass band funeral processions, Creole parades, etc. ; Small gift note penned on halftitle page. No other defects. ; Photo Books Series