Joyce Burnett Discusses The Memoir of Isabel Washington Powell

Joyce Burnett shares her unique experience with Isabel Washington Powell, wife of the late Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Joyce knew little, however, about the dynamic sounds and lifestyle of the Harlem Renaissance until she ran head on into Isabel Washington Powell, the glamorous showgirl from the 1920’s who married the late Congressman Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. From the moment they met, Joyce was enthralled by the vivid pictures Belle painted of her life. The motivating factor for Joyce in writing this book was that Belle’s story absolutely had to be included in the historical record. Belle’s life was truly fantastic and it was the best story that had never been told. Joyce began this project shortly after publishing an article on her experience as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Islamic Republic of Mauritania, and Mali. She worked closely with Belle for almost ten years to record this incredible story. Belle was very pleased with the early draft of Adam’s Belle, but sadly, she passed away before her story was published. Listen live at (646) 595-4797 and or in the web chat room http://www.blogtalkradio.com/paullawrencevann