Contrera (290 results)

Paperback. Condition: Good. An original founding member of the Mystics, author Al Contrera tells the true story of how five Brooklyn teenagers went from singing on street corners to fame in the fifties with their first hit song, Hushabye. Contrera, provides vivid and detailed accounts of the trials and adventures of forming a rock-'n'-roll group in a neighborhood controlled by the mob. He narrates the story of the group's formation, their recording and touring career, as well as their successes and heartbreaks, including the story of when the Mystics' lead singer was arrested for being an innocent witness to a holdup and accidental shooting by a neighborhood gang and was mistakenly jailed for two years. Hushabye tells about walking the fine line between the music and the mob and how peer pressure and the temptations of fame changed their lives. Contrera offers keen insight and background into the sweet sound of the street corner doo-wop harmonies of the 1950s.…

Condition: good. The book is in good condition with all pages and cover intact, including the dust jacket if originally issued. The spine may show light wear. Pages may contain some notes or highlighting, and there might be a "From the library of" label. Boxed set packaging, shrink wrap, or included media like CDs may be missing.…

Paperback. Condition: Good. An original founding member of the Mystics, author Al Contrera tells the true story of how five Brooklyn teenagers went from singing on street corners to fame in the fifties with their first hit song, Hushabye. Contrera, provides vivid and detailed accounts of the trials and adventures of forming a rock-'n'-roll group in a neighborhood controlled by the mob. He narrates the story of the group's formation, their recording and touring career, as well as their successes and heartbreaks, including the story of when the Mystics' lead singer was arrested for being an innocent witness to a holdup and accidental shooting by a neighborhood gang and was mistakenly jailed for two years. Hushabye tells about walking the fine line between the music and the mob and how peer pressure and the temptations of fame changed their lives. Contrera offers keen insight and background into the sweet sound of the street corner doo-wop harmonies of the 1950s.…

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Condition: Very Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

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Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 2nd ed. Used - Very Good.

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Softcover. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. Signed by author on title page, no other marks or writing, First Edition, spine not creased. Signed by Author.

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Hushabye: The Mystics, the Music, and the Mob. Book.

Hardback. Condition: Good. Most folks believe that living an extraordinary life is unachievable, unobtainable, or even impossible. Extraordinary Results for Life will help you completely reframe your belief on what it means to be extraordinary and how you too can live an extraordinary life. You will learn about the three levels of change and the number one obstacle preventing you from changing while discovering your path to a life that is not only un-ordinary, but truly extraordinary.…

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Condition: very_good. This is a well-cared-for used book with light signs of previous use. There may be minor cover wear, a faint crease, or slight spine wear, but overall it's in great shape and fully readable. Please note: -May contain library or rental stickers. -Supplemental materials e.g., CDs, access codes, inserts are not guaranteed. -Box sets may not include original exterior box. Your satisfaction is our top priority! If you have any questions or concerns about your order, please don't hesitate to reach out. Thank you for shopping with us and supporting small businessâ"happy reading. …

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Most folks believe that living an extraordinary life is unachievable, unobtainable, or even impossible. Extraordinary Results for Life will help you completely reframe your belief on what it means to be extraordinary and how you too can live an extraordinary life. You will learn about the three levels of change and the number one obstacle preventing you from changing while discovering your path to a life that is not only un-ordinary, but truly extraordinary.…

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Condition: very good. Gut/Very good: Buch bzw. Schutzumschlag mit wenigen Gebrauchsspuren an Einband, Schutzumschlag oder Seiten. / Describes a book or dust jacket that does show some signs of wear on either the binding, dust jacket or pages.

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Cohesi�n social y transformaciones identitarias en la Edad Media. Book.

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