Woody Guthrie's Modern World Blues

This audiobook offers a fresh perspective on Woody Guthrie, revealing him as a deeply modern artist engaged with the scientific, technological, and social issues of his time beyond the traditional folk singer image. Through a compilation of essays, visual art, letters, and more, it uncovers Guthrie’s thoughts on topics like atomic power, war, and media, drawing on previously unpublished archival material. Published by the University of Oklahoma Press, the work explores how Guthrie’s artistic pursuits and contemporary concerns intersected, painting a complex portrait of this influential figure.