What is a good book on the history and musicians of the blues?

What would be a good blues song to go with a video I’m making?

I am making a video for my African Studies course school project about blues music, but I’m having a hard time finding “perfect” song to go with the video.
The project deals with the history of blues, such as slavery and spirituals, and the growth of blues music through America.

What is a good title for a history fair project on blue jeans?

The theme this year is Innovations in History, and I wanted to do blue jeans! (:
What’s a good project title? I want something catchy and interesting, not something boring like “History of Blue Jeans”.
Thankss.

How do I get beyond the 12 bar blues, are any good websites that you recommend ?

I know there are a million websites that teach the blues but looking for a good one is like looking for a needle in a haystack, since I already know the basic 12 bar blues it`ll be nice to get in the thick of it.

What is a good blues bar to go to in New Orleans?

Me and my lady are wanting to go to New Orleans and go to a good blues bar. We have never been to one and would like our first experience to be one to remember.

What is a good book that traces the history of the American Blues?

I’m very interested in music and history and am looking for a book or two that documents the history of the American Blues, from its inception to all the revivals its had in rock, jazz, and even hip-hop. Does anyone know of some good books that can tell me the thorough history of this music [...]