132 pp. Lightly thumbed, clean, sturdy. Cover story by Marlene Liddell highlights a PBS documentary about the work songs and folk songs of U.S. immigrants and slaves that provided the roots of American music. Cover photo of guitarist Chuck Berry. Other articles concern night-shining clouds, offshore oil drilling in the Gulf of Mexico; an exhibit of sculpture by Albert Giacometti; an archaelogical survey of slave burial places near New London, Conn.; a tribute to the Converse Chuck Taylor All-Star sneaker, now being outsourced; a profile of stuntman Phillipe Petit and his role in bringing respect to the Twin Towers (this artice appeared just days after the 9-11 terrorism); 2 other pieces related to 9-11; saltwater crocodiles and a list of notable children's books of 2001.

Smithsonian. Music. American Music. Rhythm and Blues. Jazz. Chuck Berry. Sneakers. Giacometti. World Trade Center. Phillipe Petit. Children's Books. 9-11. Converse.