On my journey now: looking at African-American history through the spirituals
United States history, Music, United States travel and geography, Customs and cultures
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Summary
Poet explains traditional spirituals from the viewpoint of the original singers--Africans in bondage--and their children. Points out the songs' universal meanings and ways they illustrate the challenges of slaves dealing with their captivity. Includes complete lyrics for quoted spirituals. For junior and senior high and older readers. 2007
Title Details
ISBN
9780763628857
Publisher
Candlewick Press
Copyright Date
2007
Book number
5681167
Braille details for CELA title
Volumes
3
Braille code
EBAE
Braille producer
Braille International, Inc