Miles' Diary is a month by month chronology of Miles Davis' life from joining the famous Charlie Parker Quintet in April 1947 to the legendary Carnegie Hall concert in May 1961. The book lists his club and concert appearances, details of all his recording sessions, and chronicles his battle against drug addiction.

Copiously illustrated with photographs, newspaper extracts and performance reviews, ads and posters, it providers a fascinating insight into the life and times of the most intense and innovative trumpeter in the history of jazz.

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