"A biography in verse about the Jamaican reggae musician Bob Marley, offering an overview of key events and themes in his life, including his biracial heritage, Rastafarian beliefs, and love of music. End notes on poems provide further biographical information"--Provided by publisher.

A CD and more than 50 poems introduce poetry with a beat. Included are poems by Gwendolyn Brooks, Langston Hughes and Maya Angelou among others.