Unlikely Angel, The Songs of Dolly Parton

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by Lydia R. Hamessley · 2020

A musicological study of Dolly Parton’s songwriting, examining how songs such as “Jolene” and “I Will Always Love You” reflect her Appalachian roots, artistry, and cultural impact. The book argues that Parton’s achievements as a songwriter deserve recognition alongside her fame as a performer and pop-culture icon.