Country Joe and Me

Country Joe and Meis about a rock-folk icon and a San Francisco public school teacher. A long time ago Country Joe McDonald and hisNavy pal Ron Cabral had an idea to write a book about the story of their lives. They met in 1960 while serving in the U.S. Navy as 18-year old sailors at Atsugi, Japan.Follow their interactions over several decades a rollercoaster ride of shared experiences in the military, education and music. Toldby Cabral from the perspective of ground zero it offers a unique look at theemergence of Country Joe and the cultural, political, and musical revolutionthat blossomed in San Francisco and Berkeley during the late 60s and early70s-- There are chapters on Country Joe and The Fish, Janis Joplin and Joesbrief love affair with her. Go behindthe scenes with Bill Graham and Jerry Garcia during Summerland - a very special project for high schoolstudents initiated by Country Joe while he was a volunteer teacher in Ronsschool called Opportunity High.Also included are the lyrics to some of Country Joes mostimportant songs, memorabilia, rare photos, a discography and a lot more-- There is a special Afterword by Country Joeon his role with the Vietnam Vets over the years. A must read for every Country Joe fan. This is the only bookcurrently available on Country Joe. For more information on Country Joe seewww.countryjoe.com.