"THE LEGEND DIES ON" by Gary Green: Best-selling music tale arrives in paperback for Black Friday – a rebel's journey
Worldwide —November 24, 2024(USANews.com) —BOCA RATON FLORIDA ¾ Journey through the life of an extraordinary white hillbilly boy turned folk hero in *THE LEGEND DIES ON*—a thrilling tale of defiance, redemption, and unyielding activism. Just in time for the holiday season, this highly anticipated paperback edition, complete with fresh rewrites, is the ultimate gift for readers hungry for an unforgettable story of resilience and rebellion.From Appalachia to Activism: The Making of a Legend
Born amidst the rail-yards and cotton mills of Appalachia, this "outlaw troubadour" defied the deeply rooted racism of his upbringing to become a symbol of hope and change. Spanning decades of activism, his journey takes him to the frontlines of the civil rights and anti-war movements, forging unlikely friendships with cultural icons like Pete Seeger, Allen Ginsberg, Johnny Cash, and even a young Tupac Shakur.
His music, a fiery fusion of roots and rebellion, defined an era of protest and resistance. Producing a game-changing Bob Dylan album, penning tracks that inspired a Paul Newman film, and standing in solidarity with the American Indian Movement at Wounded Knee, he faced the wrath of COINTELPRO’s covert operations—emerging as a symbol of defiance in the face of oppression.
A Fugitive, a Fighter, and a Force for Change
Forced into exile and hunted by authorities, his decade as a fugitive took him across borders, including behind the Iron Curtain, where he crossed paths with a young Vladimir Putin. Upon his return to the United States, legendary civil rights attorney William Kunstler and a star-studded legal team secured his freedom, solidifying his place in the annals of history.
More Than a Troubadour: A True Americana Icon
But the story doesn’t end there. Co-owning a circus, pioneering dot-com innovations, running a 250,000-circulation magazine, managing casinos (including a stint as a VP for Donald Trump), and becoming an award-winning journalist are just chapters in this larger-than-life saga.
Today, his legacy shines bright—inducted into the California Music Hall of Fame, honored in the Congressional Record, and enshrined in the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent Folkways collection.
Rebel’s Tale, Perfect for the Holidays
“THE LEGEND DIES ON” is more than an autobiography; it’s a gripping ballad of an Appalachian rebel whose life and music inspired a movement, challenged the status quo, and carved his name into the history of American culture.
Don’t miss your chance to own the definitive story of a man whose poetry helped change the world. The new paperback edition is available now—grab your copy and experience the legend for yourself!