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    3038 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis, MN
    612-822-4611

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Negro Workaday Songs (Cram Edition)

Negro Workaday Songs (Cram Edition)

Odum, Howard Washington
Johnson, Guy Benton

Paperback

Black American StudiesCountry & FolkWorld Music

ISBN10: 1026230705
ISBN13: 9781026230701
Publisher: Xpresspress
Published: Jul 1 2026
Pages: 292
Weight: 0.91
Height: 0.61 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English

This XpressRead Cram Edition of Negro Workaday Songs pairs the complete original text with carefully prepared study materials, designed for deeper engagement with this classic.

Negro Workaday Songs by Howard W. Odum and Guy B. Johnson offers a compelling glimpse into the rich tradition of African American work songs in the Southern States. This meticulously prepared republication preserves a vital piece of American folklore, documenting the songs and stories that accompanied daily labor.

Explore the powerful connection between African American music and the experience of work, revealing how these songs provided solace, rhythm, and a sense of community in the face of hardship. This collection sheds light on the historical and cultural significance of these often-overlooked expressions of resilience and creativity.

Delve into the heart of Southern cultural history and discover the enduring legacy of African American musical traditions through the lens of labor and folklore. This is an essential resource for anyone interested in ethnomusicology, African American studies, and the cultural heritage of the American South.

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