I think both Irwin Silber's book and Alan Lomax's are out-of-print. Actually, I am sure about Lomax's. You can certainly find Lomax on a used book site. You may also find Silber there. Let your fingers do the walking.
Roger in Baltimore (and a hearty welcome to you, newbie!)
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