The Leonard Reed Story: Brains as Well as Feet (hardback)

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Exploring the vibrant world of historic Black show business, this book chronicles Leonard Reed's remarkable journey from medicine shows to iconic venues like The Cotton Club and The Apollo Theater. Through candid interviews and extensive research, it reveals Reed's unique perspective as a performer navigating racial complexities in entertainment. The narrative is enriched with over fifty rare illustrations that showcase the glamour of the Golden Age of show business, alongside insights into his partnership with boxing legend Joe Louis.