Irving Berlin: New York Genius (Jewish Lives) - James Kaplan

Exploring the interplay of Berlin’s life with the life of New York City, noted biographer James Kaplan offers a visceral narrative of Berlin as self‑made man and witty, wily, tough Jewish immigrant.

This fast‑paced, musically opinionated biography uncovers Berlin’s unique brilliance as a composer of music and lyrics. Masterfully written and psychologically penetrating, Kaplan’s book underscores Berlin’s continued relevance in American popular culture.

Irving Berlin: A Daughter's Memoir - Mary Ellin Barrett

In this affectionate, intimate, and frank memoir, Mary Ellin Barrett vividly remembers America's most famous, most prolific, most enduring songwriter of the last century - Irving Berlin, her father. 

Popular music would not be the same today without Irving Berlin. In one way or another, his music has influenced every singer, songwriter, and composer of the last century.

The Complete Lyrics of Irving Berlin - Robert Kimball; Linda Berlin Emmet

Gathered together in one volume for the first time: all of the incomparable song lyrics of Irving Berlin, whose career and work are the most important and all-encompassing in the history of American popular music. 

This beautiful volume is an invaluable contribution to the understanding and enjoyment of popular music in our time.