Bruce Springsteen

by Rae Simons

Overview

Bruce Springsteen, known by his fans as simply the Boss, has been making music for the past thirty years. And he's still going strong. He's always been good at putting himself in other's shoes. His music deals with the plight of ordinary working people, whether they are cops and firefighters or road builders and steelworkers. His rock ballads give voice to ordinary people's triumphs and tragedies.

Find out more about this rock hero within the pages of this book. Learn about his rebellious youth, his beginnings as a rock star, his courageous stand on political issues, and his ongoing talent. Get to know the Boss!

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781422201879
Publisher:	Mason Crest Publishers
Publication date:	09/28/2007
Series:	Pop Rock Series: Popular Rock Superstars of Yesterday and Today
Pages:	64
Product dimensions:	7.20(w) x 9.30(h) x 0.40(d)
Lexile:	1080L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 12 Years

Table of Contents

Rock 'n' Roll Timeline     6
The Rising     9
Just a Jersey Boy     15
Hitting the Big Time     23
Entering a New Stage     35
Taking a Stand     45
Chronology     56
Accomplishments & Awards     58
Further Reading & Internet Resources     60
Glossary     61
Index     62
Picture Credits     64
About the Author     64