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The story of the black national anthem, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD with A.R. Carser

Label
The story of the black national anthem, by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD with A.R. Carser
Language
eng
Bibliography note
Includes bibliographical references and index
Illustrations
illustrations
Index
index present
Literary Form
non fiction
Main title
The story of the black national anthem
Nature of contents
bibliography
Oclc number
1050594614
Responsibility statement
by Duchess Harris, JD, PhD with A.R. Carser
Series statement
Freedom's promise
Summary
Anthems, or songs of hope and praise, can help support communities through difficult times. Throughout the 1900s, the song "Lift Every Voice and Sing" evolved into an anthem for black people in the United States. The Story of the Black National Anthem explores the history and the legacy of this uplifting song
Table Of Contents
A letter from Duchess -- Lift every voice -- Life in the Jim Crow South -- Freedom songs -- Lifting modern voices -- Fast facts -- Stop and think -- Glossary -- Online resources -- Learn more -- About the authors -- Index
Target audience
juvenile
Classification
Contributor
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