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Deep River: An Interpretation of Negro Spirituals

Deep River: An Interpretation of Negro Spirituals

Thurman, Howard

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesBlack American StudiesMusic Reference

ISBN10: 1258853485
ISBN13: 9781258853488
Publisher: Literary Licensing, LLC
Published: Oct 27 2013
Pages: 48
Weight: 0.52
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Deep River: An Interpretation of Negro Spirituals is a non-fiction book written by Howard Thurman, originally published in 1945. The book explores the history and significance of African American spirituals, also known as Negro spirituals, which were created and sung by enslaved Africans in America. Thurman delves into the cultural and spiritual roots of these songs, analyzing their lyrics and melodies to uncover their deeper meanings and messages. He also discusses the role that these spirituals played in the lives of enslaved Africans, serving as a means of communication, resistance, and hope. Throughout the book, Thurman draws on his own experiences as an African American and a minister, providing a personal and insightful perspective on the power and importance of these spirituals. Deep River: An Interpretation of Negro Spirituals is a seminal work on African American music and culture, and remains a vital resource for scholars, musicians, and anyone interested in the history and legacy of the African American experience.This is a new release of the original 1945 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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