When faced with the decision to remain silent or be ostracized, Paul Robeson chose to sing, shout, and speak out. Sing and Shout: The Mighty Voice of Paul Robeson explores how Robeson’s love of African American spirituals and deep empathy towards the suffering of others drove his long, fervent mission as a civil rights activist and his career as an artist. Although he was also an actor, singing was Robeson’s defining talent and where he could best express himself.
After exploring socialism, Robeson was targeted by the U.S. government for speaking out about discrimination against African Americans and for his political views. He was labeled a communist during the height of the Cold War and found himself stripped of his U.S. passport. But Robeson never gave in and continued to perform and speak out. The book is based on Rubin’s extensive research, including fieldwork in Harlem, NY, in Princeton and Somerville, NJ, and at Rutgers University in New Brunswick, NJ.
Preface by Harry Belafonte. Foreword by Dr. David E. Jones. Note on terms used in book. Authorâs note. Sources. Discography. âWalking Tour of Robeson Sites, Harlem, New York City.â Source notes. Index. Black-and-white photographs.
Title alpha Sing and Shout: The Mighty Voice of Paul Robeson
Category Biography High Plus
Pages Count 352
Genre Nonfiction
Topics Paul Robeson (1898–1976). Music. Performing arts. African American history. Social activists. African Americans. Biography.
Lexile 1050L
Trim Size 9 x 6
JLG Span Spring
Language English
Rights type Print
Publication date 2020-01-06
JLG Release Date Jun 2020
Minimum grade 9
Maximum grade 12
Reading level High
Format Print
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